Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
This course is available for Mid-Year Intake
Course Description:
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 journalismdigital content productionmedia and communication policymedia placementuser-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) .
Prospective applicants may also wish to consider the Graduate Certificate of Arts (Media and Communications) or the Master of Arts (Media and Communications) .
Aims & Objectives:
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 productsresponsiveness to technological and industrial changecapability in applying research and reflection in the process of producing innovative media productsthe ability to develop effective communication strategies using a variety of communicative forms and literaciescompetencies in working collaboratively and creatively in project management and problem solvingeffective membership and an understanding of the importance of networking within professional environmentsdevelopment of an ongoing critical awareness of their own learning needs and the application of appropriate technologieshave 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 mediaprovide students with real world experience in the workplace through placements and through developing projects for real clientsprovide experience in the presentation and marketing of media productionintroduce students to the changing face of media culture and the new technologies of electronic mediaequip students with the skills to develop a substantial media production.
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Course Structure:
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: journalismdigital content productionmedia 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
Units of Study:
Core units of study HAM417 Media Project HAM419 Media Industry Seminar Plus six elective units Elective units of study HAM418 Work Experience/Placement (NB: Not available to international students)HAM402 Radio Production and Criticism AHAM411 Globalisation: Media and TelecommunicationsHAM416 Radio Production and Criticism B HAM420 Online and Convergent Journalism HAM426 Communication Environments HAM427 Media Public Policy HAM433 Broadcast Journalism HAM430 Journalism in Context HAM431 Network Cultures HAM432 Digital Media Production HAM434 Media Arts (formerly HAM415 Media Arts in Australia) HAM435 Network Literacies (formerly HAM410 Electronic Writing) HAM436 Remix Culture HAM437 Media Law and Ethics HAM438 Media and Multimedia Research Seminar HET773 Internet and WWW 1HET723 Internet and WWW 2HET742 Digital Video and AudioHET745 Multimedia ImagingHET746 Multimedia Authoring
Education Abroad:
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.
Career Opportunities:
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.
Graduate Attributes:
Graduates should have developed the ability to respond inventively and authoritatively to the demands of media industries in transition, converged media and the changing nature of work itself in many new media contexts. Graduates will be capable in their chosen professional areas in that they: will be informed and knowledgeable about the current theory and practice in the discipline of journalism, digital media production and communications policywill appreciate areas of uncertainty and debate within their discipline and respond confidently and appropriately in this environmentwill develop pertinent skills and abilities in media researchwill be able to engage in informed critical inquiry Graduates will be entrepreneurial in that they will be able to: have the ability to critically understand innovations and developmentsthink creatively and innovatively while being aware of appropriate risk levelshave the ability to make links and connections between developments Operate effectively and ethically in work and community situations through: having a sense of social responsibility for knowledge and its applicationdisplaying behaviours appropriate to ethical standards of their professional role in a given community contexthaving a sense of both organisational and individual responsibility, sensitive and responsive to developing community standardsmaximising and seeking out opportunities to contribute to community wellbeing through professional practice Adaptable and manage change through: being aware of self and one’s propensities and motivations concerning responsiveness and openness to changedeveloping a general capacity for flexibility and curiosityunderstanding skills and dynamics associated with working with others in change environmentshave multi-faceted research and problem-solving skills Be aware of environments in that they will: have respect for multiple and diverse points of viewhave a broad understanding of the role of corporate social responsibility in the broader societybe able to evaluate the impact of their professional decisions in diverse and different situations More specifically, the media and communications graduate programs are designed to provide opportunities for students to develop the following attributes, at a level appropriate to their program, by the time they graduate: ability to critically and theoretically analyse digital media processes and productscapable of applying research and reflection in the process of producing innovative media productsable to develop effective communication strategies using a variety of communicative forms and literaciescompetent in working collaboratively and creatively in project management and problem solving.effective membership and an understanding of the importance of networking within professional environments.develop an ongoing critical awareness of their own learning needs and the application of appropriate technologies.able to respond creatively and inventively to technological and vocational change. So that successful graduates can be: socially responsible professionals who apply ethical, legal and political considerations to technological issuesreflective and proactive learners in relation to knowledge, skills, experience and career direction
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Entry Requirements:
Applicants must satisfy the following requirements: completion of an approved undergraduate degree from a recognised university or equivalent institution; orother relevant experience that, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, is of a satisfactory standard and is suitable preparation for entry into the course. Applicants who do not hold an appropriate qualification but who have relevant experience may initially be admitted to the graduate certificate level. Selection is made on the basis of the applicant’s suitability for the program as determined by a face-to-face or telephone interview. Students are expected to be computer literate and to have internet access outside of Swinburne.
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
In 2010, tuition fees for this program are based on $1550 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice.The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $81,600 from 1 January 2008). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: www.swinburne.edu.au/hed/postgrad/apply Applications for Mid-year intake will be accepted on a case by case basis.
Information Sessions:
SWINBURNE OPEN DAYOpen your mind to a different kind of learningSunday 15 August 201010am – 4pmHawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran campuseswww.swinburne.edu.au/openday
Further information:
Web: Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au Website: www.swinburne.edu.au/lss
