Master's programs

Master's programs in the School of Media, Film and Journalism

Reach your academic and professional career aspirations in media, strategic communications, journalism, public relations, audience research and analytics, and cultural and creative industries.

Combine your personal passions and professional ambitions. Take advantage of our flexible study options, curated specialisation streams and a professional enhancement program. Connect with subject experts and industry specialists, build your skill set, network with peers, and take your career to the next level.
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Advanced study opportunities

Our capstone subjects showcase your new skills and advance your practical and real-world industry experience.

All four masters in the School of Media, Film and Journalism include a Research Pathway option which can lead to potential PhD study. Masters student stands smiling and talking to another person. She is wearing a khaki green jacket with fur collar and a head scarf.

Research pathway

We offer a research pathway to prepare you for a PhD following your Master's.

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Our staff

Meet our teaching staff, learn what makes them tick and discover why they’re passionate about your success.

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Student testimonials

Hear from Master's program alumni on their experience of the Master's programs.

Creative Directions Festival

Creative Directions is an annual festival of ideas run by the students and staff from the School of Media, Film and Journalism that examines the pressures, challenges, and opportunities borne from the most pressing and impactful issues we are currently facing in the cultural and media industries, and how as a society, we can embrace new directions in these areas.

Students are welcome and encouraged to participate alongside community and industry leaders to discuss emerging trends and critical issues; engage with thought-provoking ideas and converse with those innovating at the industry forefront; and explore the application of theory and new ideas in the real world.

Read on: Creative Directions Festival