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About the course
Deakin’s Master of Communication develops advanced expertise for a fast-changing media landscape, strengthening strategic thinking, research literacy and professional practice. You can tailor your study with specialisations including advertising, journalism, public relations, digital media, sports media or visual communication design. The course blends theory with applied projects and offers internship/work-integrated learning options plus a supervised capstone research project in communication.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue advanced roles across communication and media industries, applying strategic and critical skills to influence audiences and shape opinion. Career paths may include communications specialist, public relations practitioner, journalist, digital media producer, content/brand strategist, sports media professional, or visual communication designer. Internship and industry-style projects help build portfolios and networks for leadership-oriented communication careers at master’s level.
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***
