Graduate Diploma Mass Communication Full Time

Graduate Diploma of Media and Communication

at Swinburne University of Technology · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

093363C

CRICOS provider code

00111D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$33,000 total

Per year

A$33,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Diploma of Media and Communication at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary mass communication and media practices. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking to expand their knowledge or change career direction, the course covers dynamic areas such as media industries, public relations, digital communication, strategic messaging, and audience analysis. Students develop strong skills in research, content creation, campaign planning, and media management—essential for navigating Australia’s evolving communications landscape.

The qualification is structured over 1 year of full-time study, delivered through a sequence of advanced units of study typically amounting to 100-120 credit points. The course may include core and elective units, practical assessments, and project-based assignments, equipping students with both theoretical foundations and hands-on media competencies. Swinburne’s links with Melbourne’s vibrant creative and digital industries facilitate insights into real-world practices, while students often have opportunities for work-integrated learning or placements, enhancing professional readiness.

This graduate diploma is ideal for those with a background in any discipline who wish to enter the media sector or strengthen their communication expertise. The curriculum develops critical thinking, digital literacy, and adaptable communication skills, making graduates highly valued in Australia’s media, digital marketing, corporate communication, and not-for-profit spheres. Students with international qualifications must demonstrate English proficiency, meeting IELTS requirements (6.0–6.5 for most courses) or equivalent scores in recognised tests.

International students enrolled in a CRICOS-registered course benefit from working rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study. All prospective students should confirm current credit structures and professional opportunities on the official Swinburne website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Media and communications officer in government, not-for-profit, or corporate sectors
Public relations consultant or manager
Digital and social media coordinator
Content creator or strategist
Media analyst or researcher
Corporate communications advisor in Australia's media, digital marketing, and creative industries

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Diploma of Media and Communication at Swinburne University of Technology?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$33,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Media and communications officer in government, not-for-profit, or corporate sectorsPublic relations consultant or managerDigital and social media coordinatorContent creator or strategistMedia analyst or researcherCorporate communications advisor in Australia's media, digital mar...

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