Bunbury,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD (Integrated) - Communication, Media Studies and Journalism in Mount Lawley Australia | Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
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Mount Lawley Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
40,450
(c. USD28,343.15)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
ECU's Communications and Media Studies research focuses on examining media through cultural, political, economic, historical, and social lenses. While specific postgraduate research topics are designed in collaboration with the postgraduate coordinator or potential supervisors, we particularly welcome applications from candidates interested in: Analyzing media representations through text or visuals; Studying the social impact of digital platforms (Internet, computers, digital media); Exploring identity development; Investigating emerging communication technologies; Examining mobile culture; Conducting audience research; Verification techniques; and Forecasting media trends.
Career prospects
Graduates can pursue diverse opportunities in academic institutions, research centers, and communication-related fields.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to hold a Master by Coursework in a related field. Alternatively applicants can hold an Honours degree, or the equivalent in a relevant field from a recognised University, Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Academic admission requirements (Band 10) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research),
Masters Degree (Coursework) in a related discipline area,
Masters Degree (Coursework) with 2/3 research component, or
Bachelor Honours Degree.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
All applicants are required to hold a Master by Coursework in a related field. Alternatively applicants can hold an Honours degree, or the equivalent in a relevant field from a recognised University, Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Academic admission requirements (Band 10) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research),
Masters Degree (Coursework) in a related discipline area,
Masters Degree (Coursework) with 2/3 research component, or
Bachelor Honours Degree.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
Tuition
AUD
40,450