Director: Professor Peter Spearritt
The National Centre for Australian Studies is the designated key national centre for teaching and research in Australian studies. Located adjacent to the entrance to the Sir Louis Matheson Library and the second floor of the east wing of the Performing Arts Centre, it aims to promote the development of teaching and research in Australian studies within Monash itself and also to be a resource and information centre for Australian studies both locally and abroad.
The centre offers graduate coursework programs in the following areas: Australian studies, arts management, Australian folklife studies, communications, cultural and heritage management, publishing and editing, and tourism.
Most of these graduate programs provides courses at Master of Arts, graduate diploma and faculty certificate level.
Postgraduate study by research thesis can also be undertaken in any of the above areas at both masters and PhD level at the centre.
The centre has an extensive World Wide Web (WWW) site providing further details about each of the graduate courses listed above. The site also acts as an interactive guide to research projects conducted by staff and students at the centre, and is home to the online component of Open Learning Australia's `History and Politics' and `Tourism' studies. The address of the National Centre for Australian Studies WWW site is http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/ncashome.html
Peter Spearritt Urban studies, media and communications, cultural policy, tourism.
John Arnold Australian literary history, booktrade and publishing history, cultural studies.
Janet Baker History of tourism, cultural tourism.
Gwenda Davey Folk culture, oral history, multicultural affairs.
David Dunstan Urban and regional studies, museum studies, cultural policy and tourism.
Phil Harman Korean tourism market, Asian inbound tourism, Victorian tourism industry, ski industry, international expo/event tourism.
Jenny Hocking Communications policy and industry, political biography, media studies, policing and security services.
Jeff Jarvis Domestic and international tourism, marketing, backpacking, special events, special interest tourism, advertising.
Joanne Jacobs Communications and multi-media
John Rickard Australian culture and political history.
Nick Walker Publishing and editing.
Course code: 0020
Course fee: HECS. Most PHD students are on scholarship or have HECS exempt status.
Normally, PhD work consists of the preparation of a dissertation of around 75,000-90,000 words. Persons applying for admission to PhD candidature in Australian studies will normally be expected to have completed an honours degree in arts with at least a second class division A result, or a masters degree which includes a significant research component. Research students meet with their supervisor at least once a month and attend a regular graduate student seminar. The period of candidature is between two and five years full-time or up to eight years part-time.
Course code: 0017
Course fee: HECS. Most MA by research students are on scholarship or have HECS exempt status.
Students may apply for a Master of Arts by research at the National Centre for Australian Studies in the following disciplines: Australian studies, communications, cultural heritage management, publishing and tourism. Students are required to attend monthly meetings with their supervisor and complete a thesis of 40,000-60,000 words. The MA by research would normally be undertaken over two years full-time or four years part-time.
Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr David Dunstan
The MA in Australian studies by coursework and research is designed to give students the opportunity to pursue the study of Australian society and culture at an advanced level. Building on a basis provided by relevant interdisciplinary courses, students go on to develop and complete an appropriate research thesis. The MA in Australian studies by coursework and research would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over two years or part-time for four years. However, most students complete the course in a minimum of one year full-time study.
Students who have an honours degree with a grade of H2A or above, or Masters Qualifying with a distinction average, or a degree which is judged to be equivalent, may be admitted to the course.
Upon successful completion of the MA in Australian studies by coursework and research students will be expected to have developed a framework for the understanding and interpretation of Australian society and culture; to have extended their intellectual range across disciplinary boundaries; to have acquired appropriate critical and research skills; to have demonstrated the ability to sustain an argument based on original resarch; and to have made a contribution to specialised knowledge about aspects of Australian society and culture.
Students must complete two core subjects for a total of sixteen points:
plus a 66 per cent thesis of 25,000-35,000 words for a total of thirty-two points.Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr David Dunstan
The MA in Australian studies by coursework is designed to introduce students to the study of Australian society and culture at an advanced level. It draws on a combination of interdisciplinary courses and others which are centred in a particular discipline. The common ground is the preoccupation with Australian values and identity. The MA in Australian Studies by coursework would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over one year or part-time for two years.
Students who have an honours degree with a grade of H2B or above, or a degree or graduate diploma which is considered to be equivalent, or a Masters Qualifying with grades of credit average or above, may be admitted to the course.
Upon successful completion of the MA in Australian studies by coursework students will be expected to have developed a framework for the understanding and interpretation of Australian society and culture; to have extended their intellectual range across a number of disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas; to have acquired and demonstrated appropriate critical and research skills; and to be equipped to make a contribution to specialised knowledge about aspects of Australian society and culture.
Candidates choose four twelve point subjects to the value of forty-eight points. Students are required to enrol in two core subjects:
and two other subjects chosen from the following list of electives.Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr Jenny Hocking
The MA in communications by coursework and research combined seeks to strengthen skills in communications research and analysis and to further students' understanding of both the history and current structure of the communications industry in Australia and of the contemporary policy debates. The coursework and research combined program is particularly designed to provide students with the necessary analytical research and writing skills to respond to the rapidly changing policy environment in communications.
Most of the classes in this course are taught in the Melbourne CBD. The MA in communications by coursework and research combined would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over two years or part-time for four years. However, students can complete the course in a minimum of one year full-time study.
The MA in communications by coursework and research is open to candidates who:
(i) hold a recognised honours degree at minimum H2A level;
(ii) hold an appropriate MQual with distinction average;
(iii) or a degree which is deemed to be equivalent.
Upon successful completion of the MA in communications by coursework and research combined, students should have demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen areas of specialisation; the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form and the ability to conduct original research and to articulately present their findings into key issues in communications.
Students entering with the MA in communications by coursework and research combined must complete two compulsory subjects:
plus a 66 per cent thesis of 25,000-35,000 words.Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr Jenny Hocking
The MA in communications by coursework seeks to develop skills in communications research and analysis and to further students' understanding of both the history and current structure of the communications industry in Australia and of the contemporary policy debates. The coursework program is particularly designed to assist the professional development of those employed in, or seeking employment in, the broadcast and print media and communications policy research.
Most of the classes in this course are taught in the Melbourne CBD. The MA in communications by coursework would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over two years or part-time for four years. However, students may complete the course in a minimum of one year full-time study.
The MA in communications by coursework is open to candidates who:
(i) hold an appropriate Graduate Diploma with grades of at least credit average; or
(ii) hold a recognised honours degree at a minimum H2B level;
(iii) hold a pass degree and three years minimum professional experience at a senior level.
Candidates seeking admission according to the final requirement will be considered in the light of the following:
Upon successful completion of the MA in communications by coursework, students should have an understanding of the key public policy issues in the field of communications; knowledge of the components of the Australian communications sector and an appreciation of its historical background; demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen areas of specialisation; the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form.
(a) Students entering the MA in communications by coursework with a Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications) must complete the following two compulsory subjects:
plus one of the following functional subjects: plus one elective subject offered by the centre or within the faculty, to make up four subjects.(b) Students entering the MA in communications by coursework with an honours degree or equivalent must complete the following four compulsory subjects:
Course code: 1398
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr Jenny Hocking
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications) is designed for candidates who wish to obtain a one-year postgraduate qualification as preparation for employment in the print or electronic media, public affairs or policy fields. The graduate diploma also offers suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop and upgrade their skills and expertise in the field of communications and to familiarise themselves with contemporary debates and developments in this field. In particular, the course will introduce students to the communications industry in Australia today, to some of the key policy issues in the field, to the changing regulatory framework within which the communications industry operates and provide students with the opportunity to consider the future of commmunications in Australia. Holders of the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications) with a minimum of credit level results may apply to enter the MA by coursework. Note, however, that admission is not guaranteed.
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications) is open to candidates who hold a pass degree in any discipline; or hold a Faculty Certificate at a minimum credit average. Students entering the program with a Faculty Certificate in communications with a credit average or above, may be granted up to 50 per cent credit towards a Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications).
Upon completion of the course students should have an ability to locate and utilise a range of sources in describing and analysing an aspect of communications; an awareness of key public policy issues in the field of communications; knowledge of the components of the Australian communications sector; demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen areas of specialisation; and the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form.
Full-time students must complete six eight-point subjects to the value of forty-eight points, made up of four core subjects:
Program code: To be advised
Program fee: Local students (FT) $3300 pa
Coordinator: Dr Jenny Hocking
The Faculty Certificate in communications offers suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop and upgrade their skills and expertise in the field of communications and to familiarise themselves with contemporary debates and developments in this field. The Faculty Certificate also provides a means for those with extensive industry experience who may not have a tertiary qualification to enter the graduate program in communications at an appropriate level. In particular, the course will introduce students to the communications industry in Australia today, to some of the key public policy issues in the field and to the changing regulatory framework within which the communications industry operates. The Faculty Certificate would usually be undertaken on a part-time basis over one year or full-time for first semester only.
Candidates with a bachelors degree are eligible for admission. Candidates without tertiary qualifications who have at least five years relevant experience in communications at senior level will be considered in light of the following:
Upon successful completion of the Faculty Certificate, students should have an ability to locate and utilise a range of sources in describing and analysing an aspect of communications; an awareness of key public policy issues in the field of communications; and a knowledge of the components of the Australian communications sector.
The course requires the completion of three eight point subjects, being a total of twenty-four points. Students must complete two compulsory subjects:
and either AUS4010.08 (Society and culture of twentieth-century Australia) or one other fourth year subject to be determined by the course coordinator depending on the applicant's background and skills.* Offered subject to approval.
Course code: To be advisedSubject fees: Local students (FT) to be advised; international students $14,000 pa
Course director: Dr David Dunstan
The MA in cultural heritage management by coursework is intended for students seeking careers in the cultural heritage `industries' or people already working in the field who wish to enhance their skills and upgrade their qualifications.
The course combines management and cultural heritage subjects in a specially designed and integrated program. Core subjects are taught through one three hour lecture/seminar session per week. Functional and elective heritage subjects incorporate a variety of teaching practices based on a combination of visual and textual materials in both lectures and tutorials, and also practical sessions. Students will be introduced to selected professionals working in relevant fields and to specific operational contexts by way of excursions and assignments. Students in this program will be required to undertake special advanced bibliographic and research exercises. The course will usually be taken over one year full-time and two years part-time.
Applicants should possess an honours bachelors degree to at least H2B standard or equivalent qualification from a registered tertiary institution, or a graduate or postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline with grades of at least credit average, or a bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with credit grades in the third part of the major or in the last year of the degree, plus a minumum three years of relevant experience at a senior level. Candidates must provide:
On completion of the course students should understand the importance of management concerns in the cultural heritage `industries' and the principles of heritage conservation practice at various administrative levels. They should be able to apply knowledge and skills gained from the program in the workplace and community settings, have an enhanced understanding of professional endeavour in cultural administrations and be in a position to apply that knowledge. They should also have developed an enhanced and critical understanding of professional and institutional practice in a range of chosen fields.
Students seeking to qualify for the degree of Master of Arts in cultural heritage management by coursework must complete the following core subjects:
* Offered subject to approval.
Course code: To be advisedCourse fee: Local students (FT) to be advised; international students $14,000 pa
Course coordinator: Dr David Dunstan
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Cultural Heritage Management) is intended for those seeking to further their careers or to gain employment in the cultural heritage `industries'. The course has the potential to appeal to heritage administrators, museum and gallery managers, administrators and curators, and educators and public programs operatives in these and related fields. The course combines management and cultural heritage subjects in a specially designed and integrated program. Subjects are taught through one three hour lecture/seminar session per week. Other functional and elective heritage subjects incorporate a variety of teaching practices based on a combination of visual and textual materials in both lectures and tutorials, and also practical sessions. Students will be introduced to selected professionals working in relevant fields and to specific operational contexts by way of excursions and assignments. The course may be taken over one year full-time and two years part-time.
Applicants should possess a bachelors pass degree or equivalent qualification from a registered tertiary institution. Students who have qualified for admission to the Faculty Certificate in cultural heritage management at credit level or above are also eligible.
On completion of the course students should understand the importance of management in the cultural heritage `industries', understand the principles of heritage conservation practice at various administrative levels, and be able to apply knowledge and skills gained from the program in the workplace and community settings. They should have an enhanced and critical understanding of professional and institutional practice in a range of chosen fields and become acquainted with learning experiences associated with specific elective subjects offered by the faculty and within the course program.
Students undertake the following three core subjects:
Students are required to choose one subject from the following:
Students must choose two subjects from the following:
* Offered subject to approval.
Program code: To be advisedProgram fee: Local students to be advised; international students to be advised
Program coordinator: Dr David Dunstan
The Faculty Certificate in cultural heritage management offers students and suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop their skills and professional experience in the cultural heritage `industries'. This course will appeal to heritage administrators, museum and gallery managers, and administrators and curators, educators and public programs operatives in these and related fields. The course combines management and cultural heritage subjects in a specially designed and integrated program. The three core subjects comprise one three hour lecture/seminar session per week. Students will be introduced to selected professionals working in relevant fields and to specific operational contexts by way of excursions and assignments.
The Faculty Certificate provides a means by which those with extensive experience, and who may not have a tertiary qualification, can enter the graduate program in cultural heritage management at an appropriate level. The course would usually be taken over one year part-time and full-time in first semester only.
For admission to the Faculty Certificate students should possess a pass degree or equivalent qualification from a registered tertiary institution. Admission is open to managers without a first degree who have a minimum of five years relevant experience at a senior level. In addition to this the following information must also be presented: two references which comment on the nature and extent of experience; a full curriculum vitae; and a statement of up to 1000 words indicating the applicant's career objectives and reasons for applying for entry.
Upon successful completion of the Faculty Certificate students should understand the importance of management in the cultural heritage `industries', understand key principles of heritage conservation philosophy and practice and be able to apply knowledge and skills gained from the program in the workplace. They should also understand the conceptual framework of policy and management in the cultural industries and have developed an enhanced and critical understanding of debates and professional and institutional practice in a range of chosen fields.
Students undertake the following three core subjects:
Course code: 1487
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Dr Gwenda Davey
This one-year full-time postgraduate course is designed to provide students with a multicultural approach to the study of Australian folk culture of all ethnic and cultural origins. It aims to equip students with skills to carry out fieldwork and research into community folkloric traditions and practices. The course will study both Australian and international research, and field work will be an important component of the program. The diploma is normally completed after one year's full-time study or two years part-time.
The graduate diploma is open to candidates with a recognised bachelors degree.
Participation in this course will enable students to develop a multicultural approach to the study of the folk culture of Australians of all ethnic and cultural origins; gain an understanding of Australian and international research and practice in relation to folk culture; develop an understanding of the relationship between levels of culture such as high, popular and vernacular culture; acquire skills in fieldwork and research appropriate to the study of contemporary folklife in Australia; and carry out a wide variety of research projects, both large and small, into community folkloric traditions in Australia.
Candidates undertake six subjects to the value of forty-eight points.
All students must undertake the five core subjects:
* Offered subject to approval.
Program code: To be advisedProgram fee: Local students $3300
Coordinator: Dr Gwenda Davey
The Faculty Certificate in Australian folklife studies offers students and suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop their skills and professional experience in the study of Australia's traditional cultures and folklife. This course will appeal to people working in the community arts including craftspersons, musicians, museum and gallery personnel, educators and public programs operatives in these and related fields. The course is comprised of one two-hour lecture/seminar session per week plus an average of two hours fieldwork. Students will be introduced to selected professionals working in relevant fields and to specific operational contexts by way of excursions and assignments. The Faculty Certificate provides a means by which those with extensive experience, and who may not have a tertiary qualification, can enter the graduate program in Australian folklife studies at an appropriate level. The course may be undertaken over one year part-time.
On successful completion of the course students should be able to demonstrate a multicultural approach to the study of folk culture and an understanding of Australian and international research and practice in this field. They should also demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between different levels of culture and should possess skills in fieldwork and research appropiate to the study of contemporary folklife in Australia.
Students undertake three core subjects at eight points each:
For admission to the Faculty Certificate students should possess a pass degree of equivalent qualification from a registered tertiary institution. Admission is open to persons without a first degree who have a minimum of five years experience concerned with traditional culture and folklife. In addition to this the following information must also be presented: two references which comment on the nature and extent of experience; a full curriculum vitae; and a statement of up to 1000 words indicating the applicant's reasons for applying for entry.
Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Mr Jeff Jarvis
The MA in tourism by coursework and research seeks to develop a strategic understanding of how the industry operates and is designed for those students who desire to undertake some original research in close association with the industry. Students are encouraged to conduct research internationally with universities which have exchange agreements with Monash. For more information please consult the web page at http://www.monash.edu.au/ncas/tourism/tourism.htm The MA in Tourism by coursework and research would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over two years or part-time for four years. However, students may complete the course in a minimum of one year full-time study.
The MA in tourism by coursework and research is open to students who hold an honours degree in tourism (H2A average) or cognate discipline.
Upon successful completion of the MA in tourism by coursework and research, students should have demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen area of specialisation; the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form and the ability to conduct original research and to articulately present their findings into key issues in tourism.
Candidates must complete the two following compulsory subjects:
Students who have already completed ATM5090 may choose an eight-point elective subject. Students must complete a 25,000-35,000 word thesis to a value of thirty-two points.Course code: 0017
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Mr Jeff Jarvis
The MA in tourism by coursework seeks to develop a strategic understanding of how the industry operates. The course is aimed at people who already have an undergraduate degree in tourism or a cognate discipline. The MA in tourism by coursework would usually be undertaken on a full-time basis over one year or part-time for two years.
The MA in tourism by coursework is open to candidates who hold: a Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism) with a credit average; a recognised honours degree at a minimum H2B level; or a bachelors degree with a credit average plus a minimum three years professional industry experience at senior level (such candidates must provide two references, a detailed resume and a statement of up to 1000 words in support of their application).
Upon successful completion of the MA in tourism by coursework, students should have an understanding of the key strategic issues in the field of tourism; knowledge of the components of the Australian tourism industry and an appreciation of its development; demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen area of specialisation; the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form.
Students entering the MA in tourism by coursework with an honours degree or equivalent must complete four compulsory subjects:
Course code: 0114
Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinator: Mr Jeff Jarvis
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism) is broad-based, multi-disciplinary program specifically designed to equip students with the skills required by the tourism industry. Areas of specialty in the program include international marketing, heritage and culture, environmental studies, language and cross-cultural studies, regional studies, communications. The course is usually completed with one year full-time or two years part-time study. Because of the structure of the course there is no mid-year intake to this program. Students are required to complete subjects worth forty-eight points to qualify for the award of the diploma.
Entry takes place at the beginning of each academic year, and applications should be lodged by the last Friday in October. Limited interviews will be conducted in November and December. Selection criteria will be based on a combination of quality of previous degree, work experience, travel experience and attitude. Application forms are available from mid-September from the National Centre for Australian Studies.
Entry into the diploma is open to candidates who hold a good pass degree in any discipline, preferably with a credit average. Candidates who do not have a degree are advised to apply for the Faculty Certificate in tourism. Candidates who achieve grades of credit average or above in the Faculty Certificate in tourism may apply for entry into the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism) and obtain a maximum of twenty-four points credit.
Students who undertake this one-year postgraduate course will gain an understanding of the multidisciplinary aspects of the tourism industry and have experience in conducting primary research with both tourists and firms operating within the tourism industry. Students who successfully complete the program will also have increased their expertise in using information technology through the Internet.
In addition, students are provided with the option of undertaking part of their studies overseas in order to broaden their understanding of the overseas tourism markets and the opportunity to pursue personal interests in the following areas: heritage/culture, languages, crosscultural/regional studies, management training, environmental management, research, marketing and media studies.
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism) is a broad-based, multidisciplinary program, specifically designed to produce students with skills that are required by the tourism industry for the next decade. It achieves this by providing students with a broad understanding of how the tourism industry functions from a managerial perspective, while allowing each student the flexibility to tailor studies to suit his or her particular field of interest. Students are required to take six subjects totalling forty-eight points.
Students must complete both of the following core subjects:
Students must complete at least two of the following subjects:
Students may choose their two remaining subjects from the list of functional subjects, or from the following list of elective subjects in the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism). Please consult the subject listings at the back of the handbook for further information.
Language study is available at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels and are usually full-year subjects. Languages available include Cambodian, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese.
Students are encouraged to undertake part of their studies overseas in order to broaden their understanding of the international market. Students pay only their Monash tuition costs and student amenities fees. The exchanges are specifically designed for those students who have a particular interest in international marketing but are available to all students. Exchanges are available with over forty universities including Uppsala University (Sweden), Pennsylvania State University (USA), Simon Fraser University (Canada), Leiden University (Netherlands), Copenhagen Business School (Denmark), Institute Superieur de Commerce (France). Approval must be obtained from the faculty well before departure.
Program code: To be advised
Program fee: Local students (FT) $3300 pa
Coordinator: Mr Jeff Jarvis
This course offers suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop and upgrade their skills and expertise in the field of tourism and to familiarise themselves with contemporary debates and developments in this field. The Faculty Certificate also provides a means for those with extensive industry experience who may not have a tertiary qualification to enter the graduate program in tourism at an appropriate level. In particular, the course will introduce students to the tourism industry in Australia today, to some of the key cultural issues in the field and to the changing international framework within which the industry operates. The Faculty Certificate would usually be undertaken on a part-time basis over one year, however at the discretion of the director it may also be taken on a full-time basis in the first semester of each year. Candidates who obtain grades of at least credit average may apply for entry to the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Tourism) and, if accepted, will be granted a maximum of twenty-four points credit.
Candidates with a bachelors degree are eligible for admission. Candidates without tertiary qualifications who seek admission to the Faculty Certificate should have the following:
Upon successful completion of the Faculty Certificate, students should have an ability to locate and utilise a range of sources in describing and analysing an aspect of the tourism industry; an awareness of key policy issues in the field of tourism; knowledge of the components of the Australian tourism industry; demonstrated the ability to develop sustained argument and to arrive at conclusions based on supported research; the ability to read widely and independently in their chosen areas of specialisation; the ability to present their arguments cogently both orally and in written form.
The course requires the completion of three eight point subjects to the value of twenty-four points. Students must complete two compulsory subjects:
and either (AUS4010.08 Society and culture of twentieth-century Australia) or one other appropriate fourth-year subject with the approval of the course coordinator.* Offered subject to approval.
Course code: 0017Course fee: Local students HECS; international students $12,000 pa
Course coordinators: John Arnold and Nick Walker
The publishing industry is a significant employer of tertiary educated and otherwise highly skilled staff in the long-established book and magazine sectors, and now also the electronic publishing sector. The Master of Arts in publishing by coursework and research will offer students an opportunity to undertake a postgraduate research qualification with a minor coursework component. The course will be of special relevance to those wishing to enhance their skills in the publishing industries and undertake a major research task. with the benefit of expert supervision.
Most of the classes in this course are taught in the Melbourne CBD. Students can undertake this course on a part-time basis over four years or two years full-time. However, students can complete the course in a minimum of one year full-time study. Normal contact hours for each eight-point subject amounts to the equivalent of three hours a week. Students should allocate the equivalent of a total of sixteen hours per subject per week for tuition and private study for each eight-point subject. The thesis is of 25,000-35,000 words in length. Students are expected to meet with their supervisor at least on a monthly basis during the completion of their thesis and expected to spend in total a minimum of twenty-four hours per week part-time on thesis studies.
Candidates for admission would normally possess an honours degree with an H2A grade, or equivalent, or a Masters Qualifying degree with a research component, or equivalent, to at least H2A level.
On completion of the course candidates should have a sound understanding of the culture and history of the publishing industry, an understanding of forms and developments in electronic publishing, a knowledge of principles and practice in the publishing industries, and developed analytical and writing skills in publishing research.
Candidates will be expected to complete two of the following subjects:
* Offered subject to approval.
Course code: To be advisedCourse fee: Local students (FT) $6600 pa; international students $12,000 pa
Course coordinators: John Arnold and Nick Walker
The publishing industry is a significant employer of tertiary educated and otherwise highly skilled staff in the long-established book and magazine sectors, and now also the electronic publishing sector. The Master of Arts in publishing by coursework offers an opportunity to undertake a postgraduate qualification of special relevance. The course complements existing diploma and degree courses offered within the Faculty of Arts by the National Centre for Australian Studies, namely the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Publishing and Editing), Graduate Diploma of Arts (Communications), the Master of Arts in communications and the Master of Arts in publishing by coursework and research.
Most of the classes in this course are taught in the Melbourne CBD. Students would normally undertake this course on a part-time basis, completing two subjects each year, or full-time over one year. Normal contact hours for each subject amount to the equivalent of three hours a week. Students should allocate the equivalent of twenty-four hours per subject for tuition and private study.
Candidates for admission would normally possess an honours degree or Masters Qualifying with a grade of H2B or above, or equivalent; or a graduate or postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline with grades of at least credit average; or a bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with credit grades in the third part of the major or in the last year of the degree, plus a minumum of three years of relevant experience at a senior level, evidence of which must accompany the candidate application for entry into the program. For those applying in the latter category the following evidence must also be presented: two references which comment on the nature and extent of the experience; a full curriculum vitae; and a statement of up to 1000 words indicating the applicant's career objectives and reasons for applying for entry.
On completion of the course candidates should have a sound understanding of the culture and history of the publishing industry, an understanding of forms and developments in electronic publishing, a knowledge of the principles and practice of management in the publishing firm, and developed analytical and writing skills in publishing research.
Candidates who have not completed the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Publishing and Editing) will be expected to complete the following three subjects:
Course code: 1357
Course fee: Local students (FT) $6600 pa; international students $12,000 pa
Coordinators: Mr John Arnold and Mr Nick Walker
This one-year postgraduate course is designed to provide editorial and publication management skills to those having aspirations to become involved in journalism; scholarly, commercial, educational and corporate publishing; academic life and/or to establish their own small publishing business.
The course provides an overview of Australian publishing and its various forms, eg journals, magazines and scholarly publishing. Students should develop an understanding of the key dimensions of professional skill inherent in the publishing production process and develop skills in the preparation of text for publication. A critical awareness of new forms of publishing, especially electronic publishing and multi-media, and an understanding of the forms of expression in the publishing industries will be taught so that students can better comprehend the enduring role of text in the publishing and electronic media.
Most of the classes in this course are taught in the Melbourne CBD. The diploma is usually completed with one year full-time or eighteen months to two years part-time study.
Entry takes place at the beginning of each academic year and applications should be lodged by the last Friday in October. Selection criteria will be based on a combination of quality of first degree, work experience (where applicable) and attitude. Interviews may take place in November. Application forms are available from the National Centre for Australian Studies from mid-September.
Entry into the diploma is open to candidates who hold a good pass degree in any discipline or a Faculty Certificate in publishing with grades of at least credit average.
Participation in the course will enable students to develop an understanding of the importance of publishing in cultural development, understand the practical principles of publishing and gain knowledge of techniques of production management as they apply to publishing.
Students are required to complete six eight point subjects worth forty-eight points to qualify for the award of the diploma. Students must complete the following compulsory subjects:
Students select their final subject from any fourth-year unit offered at eight points by NCAS or other departments within the Faculty of Arts or (where appropriate) by the Department of Librarianship, Archives and Records in the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology.
* Offered subject to approval.
Program code: To be advisedProgram fee: Local students (FT) $3300 pa; international students $6000 pa
Coordinator: Mr John Arnold
The Faculty Certificate in publishing offers suitably experienced people the opportunity to further develop and upgrade their skills and expertise in the field of publishing and to familiarise themselves with recent developments in the industry. The Faculty Certificate also provides a means for those with industry experience and/or publications to their credit but who may not have a tertiary qualification to enter the National Centre for Australian Studies graduate program in publishing studies. In particular, the course will introduce students to the concept of the book as a cultural object, the publishing industry in Australia today and to contemporary debate about the future of the book in the age of new and converging media. The Faculty Certificate would usually be undertaken on a part-time basis over one year or full-time over the first semester. Students who complete the Faculty Certificate with grades of at least credit average may seek admission to the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Publishing and Editing) and, if admitted, will obtain a maximum credit of twenty-four points.
Candidates with a bachelors degree are eligible for admission subject to an interview and the availability of a place. Candidates without tertiary qualifications who seek admission to the Faculty Certificate will be considered in light of the following:
Upon completion of the Faculty Certificate, students should have an understanding of the importance of the book as a cultural object, an overview of the history of publishing, distribution and reading of books in Australia, an understanding of the process involved in the commissioning of books including the importance of the contract, the tasks and skills involved in copy editing, an awareness of issues relating to developments in electronic publishing and an ability to present their arguments and ideas cogently both orally and in written form.
The course requires the completion of two compulsory eight point subjects and one of three functional subjects, being a total of twenty-four points. Students must complete two compulsory subjects:
and one of the following functional subjects:* Offered subject to approval.
Program code: To be advisedProgram fees: Local students (FT) to be advised; international students to be advised
Program director: Dr Annette Van den Bosch
The course will enable graduates from a number of faculties to undertake a professional interdisciplinary program in arts management. The aim is to produce graduates who will be able to make better use of available resources in a rapidly changing arts environment. The professionalisation and expansion of the arts industry and the contraction of public sector funding has created a demand for professional education in arts management for Australia, and there are opportunities for Australian and Asian arts managers in Asia. The course is offered as a one year full-time program or a two year part-time program. The workload requirement is nine hours per week on campus plus thirty-nine hours per week individual study.
Students are required to have one of the following: a Faculty Certificate in arts management with grades of credit average or above; or a pass degree with a major in visual arts, music, performing arts, art education, or design; or a degree with a major in accounting, finance, marketing, management or law. Applicants must submit a brief description or resume of their formal and informal education in the arts, and of their work experience and a statement of no more than one thousand words indicating the applicants career objectives and reasons for applying for the program. Students with a Faculty Certificate in arts management with grades of credit average or above may obtain 50 per cent credit with the approval of the centre and the faculty.
Upon successful completion of the course graduates should be able to demonstrate competency in administrative skills suitable to both small business arts management or middle level employment in large arts organisations; plan and design programs to inform and entertain specific arts audiences; offer leadership which will encourage constructive and professional management of social and cultural change in the arts; identify modes of employment and career paths in the arts which will enable them to locate their individual direction and facilitate employment opportunities.
(a) Arts, Education and Law faculty graduates must complete the following five core subjects:
(b) Business and Economics faculty graduates are required to complete the following three core subjects:
* Offered subject to approval.
Program code: To be advisedProgram fees: Local students (FT) to be advised; international students to be advised
Program director: Dr Annette Van den Bosch
The program offered by the National Centre for Australian Studies will enable candidates with experience in the arts or business who have not completed recognised undergraduate degrees to undertake a professional interdisciplinary program in arts management. The aim is to enable successful applicants to undertake a short course in specific aspects of arts management, or to gain entry to the Graduate Diploma of Arts (Arts Management). The program is offered as a one semester full-time program or a one year part-time program.
Applicants must have a bachelors degree with a major in visual arts, music, performing arts, art education or design; or a degree with a major in accounting and finance, marketing or management, or law; or five years relevant professional or management experience in an arts organisation. Applicants must submit a brief description or resume of their formal or informal education in the arts and of their work experience; and a statement of no more than one thousand words indicating the applicants career objectives and reasons for applying for the course.
Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to demonstrate competency in specific administrative skills suitable to both small business arts management, or middle level employment in large arts organisations; know the major administrative and funding organisations in the arts industry and understand some of the current management and program developments in the arts; identify modes of employment and career paths in the arts which will enable them to locate their individual direction and facilitate employment opportunities.
Students must complete the following core subject: