Graduate Diploma in Media Practice

About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Media Practice builds advanced communication and media production capabilities across print, broadcast and online platforms. Designed for working media, marketing and communications professionals, it strengthens writing and verbal skills while developing a sophisticated understanding of audiences and global media environments. Delivered face to face, the Graduate Diploma supports career development and transition within Media & Communication.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue or advance roles across journalism and editorial work, corporate communications and marketing, digital content and social media, and broadcast or online media production. The course supports professionals seeking to update skills, broaden strategic media understanding, or pivot into new directions in the communications sector. This Graduate Diploma provides applied preparation for professional practice in Media & Communication. Preparing graduates for communication management, campaign leadership, corporate advisory roles, and further research study.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)