3916 - Graduate Diploma in Communications
This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the Faculty information section of this Handbook by the managing faculty for this course
| Abbreviated title | GradDipComm |
|---|---|
| CRICOS Code | 063792G |
| Managing faculty | Arts |
| Study location and mode | Off-campus (Gippsland) On-campus (Caulfield) |
| Total credit points required | 48 |
| Duration (years) | 1 year FT, 2 years PT |
| Course coordinator | Associate Professor Peter Murphy and Dr Sue Yell |
Description
The Graduate Diploma of Communications offers advanced study of global communications and media. The social, economic, aesthetic, strategic, public, technological and organisational dimensions of global communication are explored. The degree canvasses the nature of media, networks, publics, audiences, and flows. Students study research methods and communication theory.
Objectives
Students completing this course will have:
- an understanding of diverse aspects of the academic discipline
- an understanding of the world view of the field of study
- a familiarity with the secondary literature in the field of study
- a familiarity with many of the key texts and cultural products pertaining to the field of study
- advanced reading and communication skills, both written and verbal
- developed sound analytical skills
- developed the ability to use relevant technology such as databases, information management systems and search engines effectively.
Structure
Students complete level fourtwo 12-point core units and two 12-point elective units.
Requirements
Core units
Students complete the following:
Elective units
Students complete up to 24 points from the following:
- COM4141 Current issues in international media and communications
- COM4201 Communication organisations and technologies
- COM4203 Communication systems and networks
- COM4204 Communication economies and society
- COM4207 Strategic communication
- COM4211 Researching global audiences
- COM4212 Global development communication
- COM4302 Media flows
- COM4550 Eyewitness: Reportage, Representation and War
Progression to further studies
Students who complete the graduate diploma with a minimum credit average, may apply for entry into the Master of Communications.
Alternative exit(s)
After successful completion of 24 points, students may apply to exit the program with a Graduate Certificate in Communications.
Award(s) received on completion *
Graduate Diploma in Communications
* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.
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