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The most interesting aspect of the Master of Communication (Communication for Social Change) program is how it balances theory with practice. I found the courses to be accommodating for my future work because not only did it equip me with the skills to leverage communication in social change processes, but, most importantly, it enhanced my perspectives and helped me to think more critically and methodically. Additionally, it exposed me deeper to participatory video and community radio, both of which are topics that I would like to study more about in the future. Enggar Paramita, Master of Communication (Communication for Social Change) (2017)
The Master of Communication (Public Relations and Professional Communication) program has trained my introvert personality to do public speaking, handle media, pitch campaigns and write effectively in English. Furthermore, this program advanced my professional views by giving both perspectives of ideal and critical public relations. In short, this program has empowered me to be an agent of change for my government. Puspa Ningrum, Master of Communication (Public Relations and Professional Communication) (2017)
There are 2 fields of study available in the Master of Communication.
View all fields of study for this programGraduates with a specialisation in Communication for Social Change find jobs as communication and facilitation specialists in government, non-government and community-based organisations and international research and development organisations, or they work as private consultants.
Graduates with a specialisation in Public Relations and Professional Communication are well equipped for diverse roles within public relations and marketing communication consultancies, not-for profit organisations and government bodies, including organisational communication, crisis management, government relations, social media management and political campaigning roles.
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The courses offered in the Master of Communication are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).
Courses Program RulesThe Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Master of Communication. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
Program RulesTo have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
Depending on your choice of courses, it might be possible to withdraw from the Master of Communication at an early exit point and graduate with one of the following awards:
If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, please see Programs and Courses for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.
The following is a list of fields of study available in the Master of Communication.
When you graduate, any fields of study you have finished will be listed on your degree certificate.
This field of study provides an in-depth understanding of communication for social change theory and practice. It will explore the different ways in which communication can be leveraged to bring about change in attitudes, behaviour and knowledge in individuals and communities. It will analyse the ways in which 'participation' can make a difference in the planning, implementation and evaluation of development processes, the key role played by culture in social change, and contemporary uses of community media and ICTs in the facilitation of change. It is designed to strengthen critical skills, build capacities for work in the state, inter-governmental and NGO sectors, and build research excellence.
This fields provides students with the skills of professionally analysing communication situations and professionally designing solutions to communication problems. It also teaches the skills required to plan and implement a professional public relations campaign (including goal-setting, budgeting and evaluation); the skills of audience and public opinion analysis; a range of communication theories; and an understanding of how globalisation and the emerging information economy is impacting upon public relations practices.
You should refer to the Program Rules for more information. A full definition of "field of study" is available in the Policies and Procedures Library.
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Communication pay tuition fees.
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An indicative annual fee is the average cost of enrolling in the Master of Communication at 2019 fee rates. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load.
A standard full-time study load is 16 units per academic year. The average fee would be less for part-time study. Actual fees will vary according to your choice of courses, their unit value and the time you take to complete this program.
Fees may be higher in later years as all fees are reviewed annually.
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The University offers more than 200 scholarships for prospective students and more than 350 scholarships and prizes for current students.
Scholarships cover the full range of academic disciplines and are open to domestic students and international students.
Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.
All domestic student applications for the Master of Communication can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form.
The program code for the Master of Communication is 5651. You'll need this when applying.Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study.
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