Graduate Certificate of Journalism

About the course

The Graduate Certificate of Journalism offers a critical foundation for understanding journalistic practice and theory. The course is designed primarily for emerging journalists but is also relevant to those wishing to extend their understanding of the intersections of journalism theory and practice. The course builds essential skills in critical thinking, writing and presentation in multicultural settings designed to enhance learning success and career capabilities.

Career outcome

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes.Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:1. explain the history, role and function of journalism and the news media in local, national, regional and global contexts2. recognise professional journalism ethics, in the pursuit of truth, accuracy and fairness, and in service of the democratic process and the public right to know3.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)