Master of Communication

Lead change through strategic communication, journalism and marketing

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Master of Communication

Advance your career with a postgraduate degree in communication from the home of creative education.

UC's Master of Communication has been expertly designed to build your confidence and prepare you to lead across today’s evolving media and communication landscape. Tailor your expertise by specialising in either Strategic Communication, Journalism or Marketing.

With a fully online option, you can study from anywhere in Australia and fit uni around work, family and other commitments. A government subsidy (CSP) is available for eligible domestic students which helps reduce study costs.

You’ll develop advanced skills in communication, leadership, research and audience engagement while exploring how ideas move across organisations, communities and public life. You’ll learn contemporary communication practices and examine the issues influencing industry in Australia and beyond.

Through practical, real-world lectures, assessments and projects, you’ll connect theory with practice in meaningful ways. By graduation, you’ll be ready to return to the workplace with deeper knowledge, broader perspective and the capability to step into more senior roles.

Study level

Postgraduate

Delivery mode

On campus
Blended
Online

Study duration

2 years, full-time

Intake dates

10 August 2026
15 February 2027
09 August 2027

Course unit cost

Commonwealth Supported Places available.

Conditions apply. 

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Majors

Strategic Communication

Strategic Communication

Journalism

Journalism

Marketing

Marketing

Course highlights

  

Learn from anywhere in Australia with a flexible, fully online study option, with reduced fees thanks to CSP available for eligible domestic students.

  

Advanced study in communication research, digital analytics, behaviour change and audience engagement.

  

Practice-led learning through contemporary case studies, applied projects and industry-focused assessment.

  

A 180-hour professional internship tied to a workplace project, with the option to complete overseas.

  

Strong focus on linking communication strategy, planning and evaluation to organisational priorities.

  

Preparation for roles that require clear thinking, sound judgement and senior stakeholder engagement.

Course details

Our Master of Communication includes a set of core units that build the foundation of your postgraduate study. These units focus on advanced communication practice, research, audience insight and the role of communication in organisational and public contexts.

You’ll explore how communication operates across complex environments, develop your ability to analyse data and behaviour and strengthen your approach to research, planning and evaluation. With a focus on contemporary practice, these core units support your progression into more specialised study and professional application.

Explore your core Master of Communication units:

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Communication and media are central to Australia’s growing creative economy. In 2023 to 2024, the cultural and creative sector contributed $67.4 billion to the economy, with advertising and promotion among its largest contributors.

For communication professionals, that points to strong long-term relevance across media, marketing, public relations and organisational communication.

The Master of Communication helps you build advanced expertise, strengthen your professional credibility and prepare for more senior roles across government, business and the community sector.

Source: Cultural and Creative Activity in Australia, 2014–15 to 2023–24, Australian Government, 2025.

Career opportunities include:

  • Communications Manager
  • Public Relations Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Content Strategist or Content Manager
  • Media Advisor or Communications Advisor (government and corporate)
  • Journalist or Multimedia Producer 

You can apply for the Master of Communication if you meet one of the following:

  • An undergraduate degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent
  • Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (EDC201)

UC also considers a range of factors when assessing your application, including your academic record, English proficiency and relevant work experience.

Pathways and credit

There are multiple ways to enter the course or reduce your study time:

  • If you have completed a UC Graduate Diploma in Communication, you may receive credit for up to 8 units.
  • If you have completed a UC Graduate Certificate in Communication, Communication (Engagement) or Digital Marketing, you may receive up to 12 credit points (4 units).
  • If you hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field, you may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of unspecified credit, reducing your study duration to 1.5 years full-time.

Additional credit may be available depending on your previous study.

Professional and alternative entry

  • Professional Pathway Entry: If you have significant work experience or industry-recognised qualifications, you may be eligible to enter without a prior degree.

  • Veteran Tertiary Support Program: Defence members at O-1 level or above, or E06 and above, are eligible for direct entry.

Explore our alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.

Study your course with reduced fees.

A course with Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) means the Australian Government has subsidised a portion of your degree, reducing the total balance you are required to pay (known as the student contribution amount).

The CSP amount is determined by the course you are undertaking and the industry you'll be working in after graduation.

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Some students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may be eligible to apply to defer payment of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government's FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP schemes. 

Visit our fees page for useful information about eligibility and how to apply and pay. You can apply for FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP once you have enrolled in a course. 

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FAQs

UC’s Master of Communication is a postgraduate degree designed for professionals looking to build advanced expertise in communication, media and audience engagement.

The course focuses on how communication operates across organisations, industries and communities, with an emphasis on strategy, research and real-world application. You’ll explore areas such as strategic communication, digital media, marketing and journalism, and how these influence decision making and public outcomes.

It is suited to those looking to deepen their knowledge, shift into communication roles or progress into more senior positions.

UC’s Master of Communication can be studied fully online, allowing you to complete your degree from anywhere in Australia.

An on campus study mode is also available for students who prefer to learn in person.

With full-time and part-time options, the course offers flexibility for professionals balancing study with work, family and other commitments. Additionally, your work experience or other qualifications may reduce your total study time and even reduce your course fees.

Learn more about prior work and study recognition.

You don’t necessarily need a background in comms, media or similar to apply for our Master of Communication.

This course is designed for both career progressors and career changers. You can apply with an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or through alternative entry pathways such as professional experience. If you have studied in a related field or completed a graduate certificate or diploma, you may be eligible for credit, which can reduce your study duration.

Throughout the course, you’ll build knowledge in strategic communication, audience engagement, research, digital communication and contemporary professional practice. That makes our postgrad comms degree a strong option whether you are looking to move into the field, broaden your expertise or work towards more senior communication roles.

UC also considers factors such as your academic record, English proficiency and relevant work experience when assessing your application. 

A communication degree can open up career opportunities across government, business, media and the not-for-profit sector. Communication professionals are needed to manage messaging, build audience engagement and support organisational strategy.

Common roles include communications manager, media advisor, marketing manager, content strategist, digital specialist and stakeholder engagement advisor. You may also be interested in working across public relations, social media or journalism.

For those already working in the field, UC’s Master of Communication can support progression into more senior or strategic roles. It can also help you move into communication from another discipline by building skills in research, digital communication and audience engagement.

With skills that apply across industries, you can work in a wide range of organisations and adapt your career over time

At UC, we’re here to help you succeed! Once you’re ready to apply to UC, our process depends on your student type and course. You can find all the requirements, criteria and processes on the Apply to UC page.

If you have further questions or would like assistance with your application, you can get in touch with our Future Student team.

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