Master of Communication Studies

Shape the future of media and communication industries with the Master of Communication Studies. Explore communication leadership, inclusive journalism or media innovation, and research a topic of your interest.

Specialise in communication leadership, inclusive journalism or media innovation, and complete courses that cover current developments in media and communication studies.

The research dissertation is at the core of the programme. You'll work with our experienced supervisors to design and develop your research. Many of our students produce a creative component as part of their research, for example a screenplay, an in-depth journalism piece, digital media artefact, radio programme or public relations campaign.

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Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed the Bachelor of Communication Studies or an equivalent qualification with a B grade average or higher in Level 7 courses.

May be required to attend a selection interview.

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing, 6.5 in Reading,  6.5 in Listening and 7.0 in Speaking; or equivalent

English language requirements

Gain expertise in current topics in communication studies with AUT’s Master of Communication Studies.

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More details about courses in the Master of Communication Studies

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Enrolment in courses is subject to meeting all requirements and availability of courses. Some courses may only be offered once per year. To find out more, contact the postgraduate coordinator at the email address above. The timetable may be subject to change and courses could be cancelled if there aren’t enough students enrolled.

Malia Latu
Hana Malak
Michael Bain
Quick facts
Programme code:
AK1323
Level:
9
Points:
180
Duration:
1.5 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:
3 Mar 2025
21 Jul 2025

Key semester dates
Fees
Domestic
$11,220 (for 120 points)
($10,028 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)
International
$41,092 (for 120 points)
($39,900 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)
  • Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

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