Graduate Diploma in Media (Strategic Communication)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Media (Strategic Communication) is a one-year program that equips graduates with the skills to plan, manage, and execute strategic communication campaigns. The program emphasizes strategic thinking, media engagement, and risk and crisis communication. Graduates are prepared for roles in marketing, business development, community engagement, and social change. The program also provides opportunities for industry placement and ongoing mentoring.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Diploma in Media (Strategic Communication) is a one-year full-time or part-time equivalent program that prepares graduates for significant responsibility in strategic communication planning, management, and execution. The program emphasizes strategic thinking, strategic media engagement, creating and tailoring strategic messaging across different industries and sectors, communicating for change, strategic media leadership, and risk and crisis communication. Graduates will be equipped to shape strategic communications for organizations of all kinds and achieve objectives such as marketing, business development, community engagement, and positive social change. The program also provides opportunities for industry placement and ongoing mentoring.
Outline:
The Graduate Diploma in Media (Strategic Communication) comprises 24 units of core courses, each worth 6 units unless specified otherwise. The core courses include:
- MDIA 7005 Media Relations
- MDIA 7004 Social Media Management
- MDIA 7006 Risk and Crisis Communication
Careers:
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Media (Strategic Communication) have gone on to roles such as:
- Market Research Analyst
- Market Researcher
- Marketing Planner
- Communications Advisor
- Communications Analyst
- Strategist
- Wine Marketing
- Digital Marketer
- Digital Strategist
- Marketer / Marketing Manager
University of Adelaide College
Overview:
The University of Adelaide College is a pathway institution offering programs designed to prepare students for undergraduate and postgraduate studies at both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide. Located in Adelaide and Melbourne, the College provides a range of programs, including Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.
Services Offered:
The College offers a comprehensive range of services to support students, including:
Academic Programs:
Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.Student Services:
Orientation, accommodation assistance, career guidance, and academic support.Campus Life:
Student clubs and societies, social events, and opportunities to engage with the wider university community.Visa Information:
Guidance and support for international students seeking student visas.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Adelaide College can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment. The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities. The College also provides access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Pathway to prestigious universities:
The College provides a clear pathway to undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.World-class programs:
The College offers high-quality programs taught by experienced and dedicated faculty.Supportive learning environment:
The College provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment with small class sizes and personalized attention.Access to university resources:
Students have access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.Vibrant campus life:
The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities.Academic Programs:
The College offers a range of academic programs, including:
Foundation Studies:
Designed for students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into undergraduate programs at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Degree Transfer:
Allows students to complete the first year or two of their undergraduate degree at the College and then transfer to Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide to complete their degree.Pre-Master's:
Prepares students for postgraduate studies at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.English Language Programs:
Designed to improve students' English language skills to the level required for study at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Other:
The College is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). The Melbourne campus is operated by Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd.
Entry Requirements:
Domestic applicants
- Graduate entry
- Higher Education Study: A completed Bachelor's degree OR five year's relevant professional experience (in a media or communications role)
International applicants
- English Language Requirements:
- IELTS: Overall 6.5, Reading 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6, Writing 6
- TOEFL: Overall 79, Reading 13, Listening 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21
- Pearson: Overall 58, Reading 50, Listening 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50
- C1 Advanced: Overall 176, Reading 169, Listening 169, Speaking 169, Writing 169
- Academic Entry Requirements: Bachelor degree or equivalent
