The degree provides an understanding of the role of communication in modern society along with the practical skills and experience required to work in the communications sector.
Students complete a journalism major and compulsory studies in communications, focusing on print, radio and television, desktop publishing, electronic journalism, narrowcasting and broadcasting. They also complete a minor and a sequence chosen from a range of humanities studies. A work placement may be included in the final year.
Graduates find work in print, radio and television, publishing and electronic journalism within the local, regional and international spheres.
| Domestic students | International students | |
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| Intakes | First semester, second semester | First semester, second semester |
| Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time | 3 years |
| Credit points | 144 total for course | 144 total for course |
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Fees for 2010
Fees are subject to change annually. |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Commonwealth supported place not offered for this course. |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $23,000 AUD |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 023739M |
| Monash course code | 2396 | 2396 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts | Faculty of Arts |
| Contact | http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/contact_us/ |
International Student Enquiries Telephone: +61 3 9627 4852 Email: study@monash.edu.au |
Equivalent Australian Year 12.
TAFE
A minimum of Certificate IV with at least distinction grades is required to be considered for admission.
Recommended studies include courses that have high humanities content, eg professional writing and editing, liberal arts, media and communications, justice studies, marketing and public relations.
Some advanced standing may be granted for TAFE studies.
University
Applicants will be considered for admission with two single units completed at a credit average. Additional units (above the minimum of two) will enhance a student's application. Students are encouraged to consider units that relate to the arts or social sciences. Credit for any other previous studies will only be granted from those completed no more than 10 years prior to admission, however qualifications gained more than 10 years prior can be used for admission.
Units 3 and 4-a study score of at least 25 in English (any).
English at a minimum of grade four at standard level.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Application forms for off campus (distance education) studies can be accessed online. The forms are then submitted to the faculty.
Application forms for off campus (distance education) studies can be accessed online. The forms are then submitted to the faculty.
Equivalent Australian Year 12.Please note English proficiency requirements must be met.
TAFE
A minimum of Certificate IV with at least distinction grades is required to be considered for admission.
Recommended studies include courses that have high humanities content, eg professional writing and editing, liberal arts, media and communications, justice studies, marketing and public relations.
Some advanced standing may be granted for TAFE studies.
University
Applicants will be considered for admission with two single units completed at a credit average. Additional units (above the minimum of two) will enhance a student's application. Students are encouraged to consider units that relate to the arts or social sciences. Credit for any other previous studies will only be granted from those completed no more than 10 years prior to admission, however qualifications gained more than 10 years prior can be used for admission.
Units 3 and 4-a study score of at least 25 in English (any).
English at a minimum of grade four at standard level.
IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.5 in Reading and Listening and 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; or TOEFL 580 with a TWE of 4.5; or a computer-based TOEFL 237 with an Essay Rating (ER) of 5; or an Internet-based TOEFL score of 90 with 22 in Writing and no section lower than 20
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Application forms for off campus (distance education) studies can be accessed online. The forms are then submitted to the faculty.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Application forms for off campus (distance education) studies can be accessed online. The forms are then submitted to the faculty.
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