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Graduate Diploma of Arts (Media and Communications)

N0817  061606J



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Fee*
1 Year/s Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2) A$20,000 (annual for 2012) 
*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

The growth of user-generated content is transforming the ways in which media organisations produce and deliver content. Students require additional skills to be able to operate as professionals in this dynamic environment.
 
The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Media and Communications) is designed to equip graduates with attributes that make them attractive to prospective employers, or more valuable to current employers. The nature of expertise in such a dynamic media and communications environment is changing and the key graduate attributes of the program are adaptability, versatility and creativity. 
 
The program also equips graduates with skills to participate in this changing landscape, offering three streams of study in Journalism, Digital Content Production and Media and Communications Policy.
 
Key areas of study:
  • online and convergent journalism
  • digital content production
  • media and communication policy
  • media placement
  • user-generated content

Prospective applicants may also wish to consider the Graduate Certificate of Arts (Media and Communications) or the Master of Arts (Media and Communications) .

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The media and communications postgraduate programs are designed to provide opportunities for students to develop:
  • the ability to critically and theoretically analyse digital media processes and products
  • responsiveness to technological and industrial change
  • capability in applying research and reflection in the process of producing innovative media products
  • the ability to develop effective communication strategies using a variety of communicative forms and literacies
  • competencies in working collaboratively and creatively in project management and problem solving
  • effective membership and an understanding of the importance of networking within professional environments
  • development of an ongoing critical awareness of their own learning needs and the application of appropriate technologies
  • have the ability to respond creatively and inventively to technological and vocational change

The program also aims to:

  • provide knowledge of and experience in the production of a range of traditional and new media
  • provide students with real world experience in the workplace through placements and through developing projects for real clients
  • provide experience in the presentation and marketing of media production
  • introduce students to the changing face of media culture and the new technologies of electronic media
  • equip students with the skills to develop a substantial media production.

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The graduate diploma consists of 100 credit points. This represents two semesters of full-time study or four semesters of part-time study*. All students must complete the three core units and five elective units in order to meet the requirements of the program.
The program is structured around three themes:
  • journalism
  • digital content production
  • media and communications policy
As such there are three recommended progressions that students can follow (see units of study section below). The choice of theme and recommended progression would be determined by the student’s interests, aptitudes and expected outcomes.
 
* Please note that international students must study full-time

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Core units of study
Plus six elective units 

Elective units of study 
 
 

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Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies while on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Education Abroad website.

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The Graduate Diploma of Arts (Media and Communications) provides a broad range of writing and production skills valued in many sectors of the print, broadcasting and electronic media, such as radio production, journalism and information technology. Graduates will be equipped with the kind of digital technology skills likely to be sought by a wide array of employers in the digital content industries. Graduates are also equipped with skills in content and project management and a range of generic skills that qualify them to actively contribute to the changing nature of work and vocational training in relation to the impact of media.

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Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/

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Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Advanced level certificate at the postgraduate level (EAP 5: PG-70%); OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 575 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Computer-based) minimum score of 232 (with Written Writing score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 90 with no band less than 20.

 

Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.

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Normal entry: A recognised tertiary bachelor qualification in any area of study.
Pathways Entry: Applicants not holding a tertiary qualification but with substantial relevant experience, may be eligible to continue to enrol in the Graduate Certificate, subject to the approval of the Course Panel. Following successful compltion of the Graduate Certificate program, applicants may consider applying for the Graduate Diploma or Master program.
Recognition of Prior Learning: May be granted on the basis of advanced standing due to authentication, uncredentialled work experience, subject to approval by the Course Panel.  Applicants will be considered on their individual merits. University policies will apply, in accordance with the guidelines at the University’s Policies & Procedures Database: Recognition of Prior Learning - Higher Education Sector.

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Enquire online: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry

Email: international@swinburne.edu.au

Phone:
+613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)

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