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About The Course
In this Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication at The University of Western Australia , students will complete core units in digital media, project management and global media, as well as having the opportunity to choose from electives in areas such as media governance, global journalism, marketing, and public communication.
They will gain skills and understanding across a range of media forms relevant to developing sound communication strategy in a global media context.
The course is intended for those who wish to begin further study so they can proceed to the Master of Strategic Communication or those who would like a shorter course to advance their expertise in communications issues.
Career Pathways
Career opportunities in the communications sector are constantly growing. Almost all large organisations need a communications expert to advise on corporate communications, community liaison projects and human resources-based projects such as change management. In addition, private organisations in consumer marketing, media, public relations, advertising and digital communications require strategic communications specialists.
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Courses include:
- Strategic Communications in a Digital Era
- Digital Media: Theory and Practice
- Communication, Innovation and Project Management
- Global Media and Cross-cultural Communication
- Representation and Promotion
- Communication Strategies for Change
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Language
English
Credits
48 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 82
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 64
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS: 083876E
- a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in the Level 3 units of a relevant major;
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- a Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent.
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International
35200 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 35200 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
National
23400 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 23400 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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