The University of Queensland
Master of Communication
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis postgraduate program, designed for communication graduates and professionals, will help you develop highly valuable communication skills and set yourself up for career success in a range of communication industries. You can choose one of two fields of study – Communication for Social Change or Strategic Communication.
UQ is the only Australian university to offer study in the emerging field of Communication for Social Change. This field explores the different ways in which communication can be leveraged to bring about change in attitudes, behaviour and knowledge in individuals, organisations and communities.
Strategic Communication develops your understanding and skill-set in professional communication practice and public relations, including campaign development, digital media strategy, and issues and crisis management.
Graduate with highly valued communication skills, ready for career success in a range of communication industries in Australia and overseas.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your qualifications and experience.
2-year degree (32 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a graduate certificate in a relevant discipline, or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
communication, journalism, public relations, mass media, media studies, film and television, writing, advertising, marketing, business management, event management, psychology, sociology, international relations, peace and conflict studies, community development, rural development, social work, speech pathology, linguistics, criminology, educational studies, anthropology, political science, digital studies, information technology.
You must have completed at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content including a mix of introductory and advanced courses.
Relevant work experience
Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) stating the following:
- That you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
- The length that you were there (i.e. 3 years)
- The level at which you worked (full-time, part-time* or casual*)
*if you worked part-time or casual, please list the average amount of hours worked per week
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$55,900
$82,240
$55,900
$82,240
Career opportunities
The Master of Communication will prepare you for the following roles.
Communications Adviser
A Communications Adviser provides guidance on the release of information for a large organisation or business. You might oversee media and communic...
Communications Strategist
Communications Strategists are marketing professionals who develop and oversee the organisation’s brand and communications strategy. They carry out...
Media Advisor
A Media Advisor manages and enhances an organisation's public image through strategic communication and media relations. You might work in corporat...
Public Relations Manager
Public Relations Managers manage an organisation’s relationship and exposure to the general public. Their main aim is to create a favourable public...
Public Relations Specialist
A Public Relations Specialist coordinates activities to improve or maintain the public image of a business, organisation, brand or individual. You...
Social Media Manager
A Social Media Manager oversees the online activity of a business or brand. You might look after numerous social media accounts and publish content...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.
At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.
