Master of Media and Communications (2 years)

Macquarie University

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