Master of Professional Communications

INTRODUCTION

The Master of Professional Communications is a three semester full-time or equivalent part-time course designed to provide graduates of other disciplines with the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and understanding of a specialised field of communications.  Each stream consists of two stages:

Two semester full-time (or part-time equivalent) taught units of study;

One semester full-time (or part-time equivalent) preparation and completion of a project(s).

COURSE LOCATION AND MODE OF STUDY

The course is available by full-time or part-time study on Mount Lawley campus.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

There are two admission paths to the degree:

1. A three year degree in another discipline from a recognised tertiary institution;
2. Applicants without formal academic qualifications but with substantial industry experience in either multimedia or communications may apply for admission.  For the purposes of this degree substantial industry experience is normally deemed to be a minimum of five years.

Film and Video

The Master of Professional Communications (Film and Video) prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of opportunities in the rapidly expanding field of communications via the moving image. The course provides a challenging and rewarding mix of practical and critical studies including the research, writing and production of a project. Students will graduate with strong hands-on experience, critical and analytical skills ready to take up employment in a variety of areas.