Graduate Certificate in Communication (ARC201.2)

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Communication is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their communication capabilities for management or senior roles. You’ll build contemporary skills in strategic communication and professional practice, with flexible study options including online, on-campus and blended delivery. This graduate certificate provides a focused pathway for postgraduate study in communication at UC. The programme develops strategic communication leadership, applied analysis, and professional practice for senior industry and consultancy roles.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that require strong professional and strategic communication skills across government, corporate and not-for-profit sectors. The course supports career development into positions involving stakeholder engagement, media and organisational communication, content development, and advisory or coordination responsibilities. This graduate certificate prepares you for communication-focused work and further postgraduate study in the discipline. Preparing graduates for communication management, campaign leadership, corporate advisory roles, and further research study.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)