Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Journalism in Parkville Australia | The University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne
|
Parkville Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
44,992
(c. USD31,619.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Journalism program equips you with essential expertise to collect, evaluate, and disseminate diverse news formats – ideal whether you're launching a journalism career or refining your abilities in today's evolving media environment.
Developed by top scholars and media professionals, this degree delivers training in modern journalistic practices.
Through foundational courses, you'll cultivate multimedia proficiency in audio, visual, and photographic reporting while exploring journalism's historical context, ethical foundations, and professional methods both in Australia and internationally.
Expand your understanding with electives covering crucial topics impacting today's journalism, including legal frameworks, organizational leadership, international dynamics, healthcare systems, and environmental issues. Alternatively, specialize further with options like audio storytelling, data-driven reporting, or periodical content creation.
Your studies culminate with a capstone experience, allowing you to concentrate on areas of personal interest through:
Gaining practical experience via supervised internships and professional assignments
Synthesizing your learning through research-focused initiatives
Perfecting your skills by developing professional-grade work such as article collections, audio programs, or digital presentations under expert guidance.
This program serves as a vital connection between academic preparation and professional media work. You'll interact with prominent industry leaders including celebrated journalists, editorial executives, veteran broadcast professionals, and media ethics specialists.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
200 point program: an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent).
150 point program: an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a directly relevant discipline, with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent), OR an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline AND a graduate certificate in a directly related discipline with a WAM of at least 70% (or equivalent), OR an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a WAM of at least 70% (or equivalent) AND at least two years of documented, relevant work experience. Disciplines often assessed as directly related to this course include Journalism, Political Science, Media and Communications, Digital Media, Professional Writing, Network & New Media, Creative Writing.
100 point program: an honours degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent), OR an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline with a WAM of at least 70% (or equivalent) AND at least two years of documented relevant work and/or professional experience. Disciplines often assessed as directly related to this course include: Journalism, Political Science, Media and Communications, Broadcasting and TV Hosting, Radio and Television Science, Digital Media, Professional Writing, Network & New Media, Creative Writing.
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic English Only): Overall 7.0 (with written 7.0 and no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet-based test: 94 + ; Writing 27; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13;
Pearson Test of English Academic: 65 + written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 50
Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 185 + no less than 185 in Writing and 169 in each other skill
Tuition
AUD
44,992