Master of Communication

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (AQF level 7) or equivalent as approved by the University Admissions.

Applicants who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (EDC201) are also eligible for entry.

Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Communication (UC) can articulate into the Master's course with credit for the 8 units completed.

Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Communication (UC) or the Graduate Certificate in Communication (Engagement) or the Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing may apply and receive credit for 12 credit points (4 units) of their completed study.

In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors including English proficiency, academic record and/or employment experience.

Applicants with a completed Bachelor's degree in a related/cognate field may be granted credit for up to 12 credit points of unspecified credit reducing the degree duration to 1.5 Years (EFTSL), additional credit from completed Graduate Certificates in Communication and Graduate Diplomas in Communication may reduce this duration further.

Defence Members who hold an equivalent rank of O-1 or above as an officer or chaplain, or E06 and above as an SNCO, are eligible for direct entry into this Masters degree as part of the Veteran Tertiary Support Program.

You can use professional experience and prior learning to enter into a postgraduate qualification at UC through our Professional Pathway Entry program. If you have significant work experience or hold industry-recognised qualifications, this program could be your route to bypass undergraduate study and accelerate your career. Explore Professional Pathway Entry https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/get-into-uc/admissions-programs/professional-pathway-entry

An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).