- The University of Queensland offers a Master of communication for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- UQ is the only Australian university to offer study in the emerging field of Communication for Social Change.
- This program is designed for communication graduates and professionals, will help to develop highly valuable communication skills, and set themself up for career success in a range of communication industries.
- The program offers Communication for Social Change and Strategic Communication options for the students.
- The sample courses of the program include:
- Communication Theory
- Digital Media Theory and Practice
- Communication for Social Change
- Intercultural communication
- Students will have to complete a research project or a thesis on the topic of their choice in the last year.
- Students undertake a combination of advanced-level coursework and research.
- The University of Queensland ranks 1st in Queensland for arts and humanities by QS World University Rankings 2021.
The University Of Queensland - [UQ], Brisbane, Queensland - Courses & Fees
Brisbane, Queensland
University Public CollegeMaster of Communication [M.Comm]
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 77 out of 997 by THE Global Ranking 2024
A$37,472/Yr
A$37,472 /Yr
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For 2023 Intake Semester 2 | May 31, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For 2024 Intake Semester 1 | Nov 30, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | A$37472 | A$37472 | A$37472 | A$37472 |
| Total Fees | A$37472 | A$37472 | A$37472 | A$37472 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing (On-Campus) | A$21360 |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | A$14568 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline from a recognized university.
- A GPA of at least 5.0 on a 7 point scale is required to be eligible for this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
- International aid officer
- Community development manager
- Health promotion manager
- Corporate change consultant
- Public relations and social media manager
- Public relations manager
- Marketing strategist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Apr 30, 2023 |
| HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | A$7603 | Yes | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Variable | Yes | Jun 26, 2023 |
| UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
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