Media Studies (Graduate Certificate)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Graduate Certificate in Media Studies
Length
6 months full-time or part-time equivalent.
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course is designed for graduates with little or no background in media studies who want to develop media skills and an understanding of the social, political or economic aspects of the media. It is also suitable for teachers wanting to update or enhance their understanding of the media. Students can choose practical subjects from video/television, radio/audio or journalism streams as well as various theoretical subjects.
Course structure
Depending on their area of interest, students select subjects to the value of 60 credit points from the Bachelor of Media Studies. Electives can include Radio/Sound Production, Shooting Short Productions and Writing for Radio, along with many others. A media internship is also available and is awarded academic credit.
Contact hours
Approximately 9 contact hours per week if studying full-time. Students undertaking the Media Internship elective are required to complete three 3-hour workshops and 120 hours attendance at an approved workplace.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply directly to the university by 11 February. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $6260 (60 credit points).
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Three-year undergraduate degree or equivalent. Applicants must provide original/certified copies of academic transcripts as proof of completion.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Additional information
Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
Career opportunities
Graduates are likely to find diverse opportunities in media production (radio, television or journalism) and corporate or government communications. The course is also suitable for teachers wanting to update or enhance their understanding of the media.