Graduate Certificate in Communication
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Looking to broaden your communications career? Get the skills you need to work in professional writing, public relations and digital media – locally and internationally.
Successful completion will lead you to admission to the Graduate Diploma in Communication
Course Essentials
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Location:
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Duration:0.5 years
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Intake:February and July
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Course code:ATCO
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CRICOS:016663G
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Fees:A$9140.00 per semester
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This information is for international students.
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
Careers
- policy developer/adviser
- broadcaster/film producer
- public relations consultant
- communication/media adviser
Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.
Course Objectives
The Graduate Certificate in Communication provides up to date higher degree education in contemporary communication theory, analysis and practice in the context of a rapidly changing global communication environment. Designed for a broad range of students seeking to further their knowledge and analysis of communication, the program will equip them for positions with greater responsibility in research, policy development, advocacy and management.
Units and electives
To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate in Communication, students must complete a total of 48 credit points
CORE UNIT - all students must complete this unit:
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- Unit code
- ACG5010
- Credits
- 12
Select units from the following lists:
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- Unit code
- ACG5050
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5200
- Credits
- 12
(ACG5200 is required for admission to MComm by minor thesis Option B)
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- Unit code
- ACG5203
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5204
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5205
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5206
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5208
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5209
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5211
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5212
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5213
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5214
- Credits
- 12
Students may also choose from the following Public Relations and Multimedia units:
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- Unit code
- ACG5097
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5098
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5099
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACG5100
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACM5000
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACM5001
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACM5002
- Credits
- 12
The following Advanced English for Speakers of Other Languages (AESOL) units are only available to eligible students
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- Unit code
- ACA5007
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACA5018
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACA5016
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ACA5008
- Credits
- 12
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.
Admission Information
- International: The admission requirement for the Graduate Certificate courses 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.
- Mature: The admission requirement for the Graduate Certificate courses 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.How to apply for this course
If you have questions about your application, you can:
- speak to a staff member. Phone +61 3 9919 1164, press 1 and follow the voice prompts
- make an online enquiry
Get in touch
Contact us to discuss your course options:
Ring us on +61 3 9919 1164
Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU
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.