Master of Communications and Media Studies

  Institution: Monash University

Why study a Master of Communications and Media Studies?

This coursework degree addresses the needs of people working, or aspiring to work, in the communications industry. It looks at the history, development and reception of traditional and new media around the world and the changes in content delivery, policy and technology that have taken place in recent years. Students complete six units by coursework and may also undertake a minor research project.

The program’s curriculum is both theoretically and practically grounded. Many lecturers in the School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS) are actively involved in local media industries. Their links with industry particularly benefit our students.

Areas of study

Areas of study include:

• communications theories, practices and research
• contemporary issues in Asia
• issues in international communications
• industry research project
• media, ethics and practice.

Course structure

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the structure and requirements for the Master of Communications and Media Studies.

Entry requirements

To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic, English language andage requirements.

To apply for the Master of Communications and Media Studies, you must have completed at least one of the following:

• a bachelor’s degree with at least a credit average in the final year, or
• a bachelor’s pass degree with demonstrable professional experience (minimum of two years) at management level in a relevant area (these applicants will need to supply a CV, a 1000-word statement and the names of two professional referees), or
• a graduate diploma with credit (or above) average. Those with an honours degree or a graduate diploma in a relevant area can apply for an advanced entry point.

Duration

The Master of Communications and Media Studies degree can be undertaken over 18 months of full-time or three years of part-time study.

Fees

Tuition

In 2014, annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM45,000 for Malaysian students
• RM49,500 for international students.

Once-only fees

• Application – RM100
• Registration – RM200

Per-semester fees

• General amenities – RM100
• New student visa application fee – RM1860

Intake periods

There is one intake period in February each year for the Master of Communications and Media Studies at Sunway.

Source : Monash University