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About the course
This diploma builds foundational knowledge for study and work in the creative industries, combining academic literacy, research and social analysis with creative collaboration and discipline-specific skills. You can tailor your study by choosing a minor in Media and Communication or Visual Communication Design, and receive embedded pathway support and credit toward further undergraduate study. This is a Diploma qualification in Media & Communication. The programme provides practical media, writing, and presentation skills for paraprofessional communication roles.
Career outcome
The diploma prepares you for entry-level opportunities across the diverse creative industries, with pathways into media and communications as well as arts and cultural organisations. Depending on your focus, you may support or progress toward roles such as graphic designer, PR consultant or campaign assistant/manager, or use the qualification to upskill in your current job. This is a Diploma qualification in Media & Communication. Preparing graduates for media assistant, content support, and communication coordinator roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Newcastle**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353 |
Average Salary***
