Overview

The Master of Communication (Professional) at Bond University is designed for international students who would like to develop or enhance their expertise in the rapidly expanding field of professional communication. As a student in the program, you will gain applied skills and knowledge in advertising, public relations, social media, human communication theory, relational communication, organisational communication and leadership, and communication research.

You will also conduct a research project of your own choosing and engage in a 20-week professional portfolio capstone of either 1) a work-integrated learning opportunity to participate in a field project and produce a report and showcase portfolio (eligibility criteria applies), or 2) undertake a supervised professional portfolio project. Throughout the program, you will develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills in professional communication to equip you for roles in the fields of advertising, public relations, social media, research, management and leadership, and internal communication in private, public, and non-profit organisations.

Professional outcomes

All business, government, and not-for-profit organisations require the expertise of a communication professional to navigate the many complex channels that exist, both traditional and emerging.

The Master of Communication (Professional) program will equip students with the skills to focus on interpersonal and group interactions in the workplace; communication challenges posed by an increasingly diverse and virtual workforce; planning for internal and external communication in private, public, and non-profit organisations; media strategies; and management of risks, among other topics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Data Visualisation

Research Project

Public Relations Masterclass

Social Media: Risks and Opportunities

Human Communication Theory

Advertising Masterclass

Relational Communication

Strategic Organisational Communication and Leadership

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 23 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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More details

Applications to study at Bond are open year-round

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

165 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gold Coast, Australia

Disciplines

Communication Studies Public Relations View 48 other Masters in Communication Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 063308C

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent in either communication, education, humanities/arts, social sciences, law or business studies.

As tuition is delivered in English, all students will be required to provide documented evidence of the required level of proficiency in the English language.

Subject credits may be awarded for previous studies. To apply for credits, you will need to submit academic transcripts including detailed subject outlines/course descriptions for each relevant subject and/or certified copies of testamurs to the Office of Future Students.
In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38520 AUD / year

≈ 38520 AUD / year

Living costs

Gold Coast

Australia

1313 - 2310 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Professional outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Gold Coast

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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