Diploma of Communication at University of Canberra

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

University Rank:#494

The Diploma of Communication at University of Canberra is a Diploma program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus across its UC College, Bruce, and ACT campuses in Canberra, Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 13,533 / year(s), with the next intake on October 26, 2026.

About Diploma of Communication

Your path to an exciting career in communication

Are you interested in advertising, public relations, journalism or media and arts production? Are you an international student? If so, our Diploma of Communication is the perfect pathway to many exciting careers.

By studying our Diploma of Communication you will:

be supported in building language and academic skills for further studies
get direct entry to the 2nd year of a many bachelors degrees
develop a good understanding in key cultural areas
develop the professional expertise to enter and confidently contribute to the communication industries.

Study opportunities

Upon finishing your Diploma of Communication you can directly enter into one of the following courses delivered by the Faculty of Arts and Design, with one year of credit!

Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)
Bachelor of Arts (Cultural Heritage)
Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media)
Bachelor of Arts (Film Production)
Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies)
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism)
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Corporate and Public Communications)
Bachelor of Media (Marketing Communication)
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Sport Media)

Important to know

It will take 2 terms or 8 months of full-time study.
If English is your second language you will need an Academic IELTS of 5.5 or TOEFL equivalent.

Note: UC College courses fees may differ – please visit our Course Fees page for more information.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Diploma of Communication at University of Canberra

Entry Requirements

Students are required to meet English Language requirements and general admission requirements to the University of Canberra College.

English Requirements

PTEMin 50
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 60

English Program Requirements

An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

13,533 / year(s)

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia:

an Australian Year 12
the International Baccalaureate
the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

Diploma of Communication at University of Canberra

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra