Postgraduate Certificate in Communication Studies

This intensive one-semester programme offers a flexible entry into postgraduate study in communications. It’s a great option if you have a three-year bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline but don’t meet the entry requirements for the Master of Communication Studies.

Papers can be selected in the following subjects:

  • Research methodology
  • Media context
  • Communications and public relations
  • Creative industries
  • Digital media
  • Journalism
  • Radio
  • Screen production

Quick Facts

Entry Requirements

In order to be admitted to the Postgraduate Certificate in Communication Studies an applicant must have completed:

  • The Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent, or
  • A relevant graduate diploma
  • Applicants may also be required to attend a selection interview

Majors

Additional Majors and Minors

Additional majors and minors

Structure and Content

Students will be guided in their choice of papers so that their study forms a coherent programme based on the regulations for endorsements in their chosen field.

Students may incorporate the four papers of the certificate into the Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies or the MCS, but must surrender the postgraduate certificate when they complete the higher qualification.

Career Opportunities

  • Copywriter
  • Digital media producer
  • Internal communications advisor
  • Journalist
  • News reporter / announcer / presenter
  • Public relations consultant
  • Social media manager
  • Web editor

Testimonials