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Master of Professional and Organisational Communication

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Develop the skills and knowledge to work in management in organisations that use English for communication. Specialise in:

  • ·         media communication
  • ·         public relations
  • ·         digital media
  • ·         organisational communication theory and practice

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Arts

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Careers

Graduates could find employment in:

  • government advisory positions
  • corporate management
  • specialist positions within the media

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

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Course Objectives

The Master of Professional and Organisational Communication aims to

  • provide up to date higher degree education in contemporary communication theory, analysis and practice in the context of a rapidly changing global communication environment.
  • cater for a range of students seeking to further their knowledge and analysis of communication to equip them for management positions with an organisational communication focus
  • enhance students' opportunities to gain professional employment utilising their professional qualifications in a work environment that uses English as the language of communication;
  • facilitate application of postgraduate studies in using English for communication in professional settings through an internship;
  • provide the opportunity to gain confidence and competence in working in a professional environment where English is the language of communication.
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Units and electives

To qualify for the award of Master of Professional and Organisational Communication, students must complete 192 credit points comprising: five core coursework units - ACG5010, ACG5212, ACG5001, ACG5002 and ACG5003 (24 point internship unit) - 72 credit points, four units from the Recommended Units list - 48 credit points, two electives - 24 credit points. Minor thesis - ACG6015,6020 (full-time,part-time) OR a further four units from the Recommended units list - 48 credit points.

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

PLUS two additional 12 credit point units - see Recommended Units list below. Note electives may be chosen from level 5 or 6 units from across the university.)

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

Four 12 credit point units - see Recommended Units list below.

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

Students undertaking the minor thesis option would enrol in the following units:

Full-time students enrol in:

Or

Part-time students enrol in the following unit for two semesters:

Students NOT undertaking the minor thesis would enrol in:

Four 12 credit point units from the Recommended Units list below.

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

All students must complete these units:

List of recommended units

Students undertaking a minor thesis must choose at least four of these units over the duration of the course

Students NOT undertaking a minor thesis must choose at least eight of these units over the duration of the course

- ACG5200 is recommended for students undertaking the minor thesis

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

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Admission Information

  • International: The admission requirement for this course is a three year first degree. Applicants with relevant work, education and/or community experience may be considered on the basis of equivalence. IELTS minimum 6.5 (no band less than 6.0).
  • Mature: The admission requirement for this course is a three year first degree. Applicants with relevant work, education and/or community experience may be considered on the basis of equivalence.

English language requirements

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.

Admission requirements in your country

Find out if you meet the minimum academic (international qualification) requirements to be eligible to apply for this course by reviewing the academic entry requirements listed by country.
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How to apply for this course

Apply online

If you have questions about your application, you can:

Get in touch

Contact us to discuss your course options:

Ring us on +61 3 9919 1164

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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.

VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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