Master of Strategic Communication

About the course

The Master of Strategic Communication develops advanced skills to plan, deliver and evaluate communication in a fast-changing media environment. You’ll explore strategic digital media, audience and industry contexts, and ethical communication across platforms, and complete a substantial research project. The course includes core study, a specialisation and research training, supporting professional practice and critical insight in communication. This is a Master coursework degree in Media & Communication.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles where strategic communication and digital media expertise are central, including communication adviser, public relations/strategic communication specialist, content or social media strategist, media and communications officer, campaign coordinator, and stakeholder or community engagement roles. Skills can be applied across government, NGOs, corporate communications, cultural and creative industries, and consultancies. This is a Master coursework qualification in Media & Communication.

Living Costs in Hobart**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,086 - 1,437	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 934 - 1,236
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 6	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 285 - 377

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)