Master of Media and Communications (2 years)
Master of Media and Communications (2 years)
Summary In an age where social media storytelling, data-driven journalism, user experience considerations and community engagement have replaced traditional one-way journalism, the heart of content creation and dissemination is an exciting place to be. Whether you’re an aspiring or experienced media professional, the Master of Media and Communications will give…
Categories
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
In an age where social media storytelling, data-driven journalism, user experience considerations and community engagement have replaced traditional one-way journalism, the heart of content creation and dissemination is an exciting place to be.
Whether you’re an aspiring or experienced media professional, the Master of Media and Communications will give you the skills you need to expertly respond to the challenges associated with the changing mediascape in ethical and socially engaged ways. It focuses on digital production, distribution, and audience communication and engagement strategies, as well as on online journalism and media practices. Armed with such contemporary knowledge and skills, you’ll accelerate your career in fast-moving contemporary media and communications environments across the world.
Key features
Access our state-of-the-art high-tech digital newsroom
Develop a deep understanding of convergent media, and learn how to apply it in a digital networked environment. Develop your own portfolio of practical work to show employers
Build a portfolio of work, including articles, multimedia reports, podcasts, social media campaigns, videos and websites. Study media content production and ethical practice
Source information, conduct interviews and write for a range of genres and formats, including audio, broadcast, online and print. Gain cross-media and intercultural storytelling abilities
Gain the technological skills required for professional engagement in the global media and communications industries.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Advertising manager
Art or creative director
Arts and culture administrator
Communications specialist
Content specialist
Cultural attaché
Government adviser
Media policy developer or adviser
Media writer
Multiplatform and interactive media producer
Production manager
Publicity and promotions professional
Screenwriter
Social media and digital marketing specialist
Employers
Advertising and media agencies
Government agencies and departments
Media, creative or communications agencies
NGOs
Production studios – film, TV and sound
Radio and television broadcasters
Self-employment
Universities
Web design agencies
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
