Master of Communication Design

    Master of Communication Design

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,875 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    Master of Communication Design

    About

    With the Master of Communication Design you will develop expertise in communication design practice, and focus on design entrepreneurship and strategic design thinking.

    Push your creative boundaries and think critically to find design solutions to communication challenges.

    Develop expert knowledge and specialised technical and creative skills to prepare for professional roles in multidisciplinary environments, including communication design studios, digital design consultancies, advertising agencies, design teams within other organisations and in independent practices. You will be able to work independently or in teams, and you will be able to communicate confidently with other design professionals and clients.

    Why study the Master of Communication Design at RMIT?

    Award-winning academics

    Learn from a team of internationally renowned and award-winning practitioners and educators.

    Professional connections

    Develop your network by working with industry partners and clients on real-world briefs and projects.

    Dedicated facilities

    Study in our dedicated postgraduate studio facilities with state-of-the-art design and printing equipment.

    RMIT University is ranked as #1 in Australia and #18 in the world for studies in art and design. [QS rankings by subject 2024]

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must have:

    • successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification); or
    • at least 3 years professional experience in graphic design, communication design and/or visual communication.

    To have your professional experience considered you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    The Master of Communication Design opens career opportunities across the world.

    Design thinking is increasingly important in most organisations, and employers are looking for the advanced knowledge and skills demonstrated by graduates of this degree. Graduates will be able to practise entrepreneurial and collaborative approaches to design, driving the creation of new business enterprises.

    Graduates can enter into roles such as:

    • communication designer
    • design manager
    • account manager
    • design strategist.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,875 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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    Master of Communication Design
    RMIT University
    RMIT University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne