Media Studies (Graduate Diploma)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Graduate Diploma in Media Studies
Length
1 year full time or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course is designed for graduates from other disciplines who want to develop media skills and/or 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.
Course structure
Students can choose practical subjects from the video/television, radio/audio or journalism streams as well as a range of theoretical subjects. Depending on their area of interest, students select subjects to the value of 120 credit points. Electives can include: Radio/Sound Production; Shooting Short Productions; Writing for Radio; and Online Journalism Production 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): $12,520 per 120 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/government communications. The course is also suitable for teachers wanting to update or enhance their understanding of the media.