AUT - Certificate in Communication Studies
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Certificate in Communication Studies
Programme Code: AK3477
Level: 4
Points: 120
Duration: One year full time / Equivalent part time
Venue: City Campus
Starting date: 27 February 2012
AUT encourages early application.
Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of Year 12
- 48 NCEA Level 2 credits plus 8 Level 1 credits in language rich subjects
- CIE: Total 60 points in UCAS
- Interview may be required
- Applicants should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Reference
- School Report
The Certificate introduces students to the theory, issues and practice of communication, and prepares them for the Bachelor of Communication Studies (BCS) degree as well as a range of other degree courses within the University.
WHAT THIS PROGRAMME COVERS
This qualifications gives you the academic knowledge and skills to begin to understand some of the social, political and cultural foundations of New Zealand society and the media’s role in that society.
On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to:
- Analyse and comprehend the role of the media in society.
- Have a sound grasp of information technology and its role in the media.
- Have basic media writing and production skills.
- Communicate with others confidently and competently in English.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This qualification is designed as a foundation to the Bachelor of Communication Studies. It is also a successful pathway into the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, Bachelor of Māori Development, Diploma in Event Management and other qualifications within the University.
PAPERS
143701 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (15)
143703 Introduction to Radio and Television (15)
144702 Introduction to Academic Writing (15)
144704 Introduction to Digital Communication (15)
144705 Introduction to Media Communication (15)
144706 Introduction to Creative Media Writing (15)
144707 Introduction to Public Relations (15)
144708 Introduction to Journalism (15)
Total points for the year 120 points