University
Victoria University of WellingtonThis course is available
On-Campus, Online
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
120 credit hours
Next start date
Expected Feb 2024
Campus
Victoria University of Wellington
Refine your knowledge of the theory and practice of communication with a Master of Communication from Victoria University of Wellington.
A broad scope for your unique focus
Draw on the University’s broad field of knowledge and expertise and focus on one of a unique range of subjects—from political communication and intercultural communication, to media studies, popular film or music. You can also choose to focus on science communication, in a specialisation unique to Victoria University of Wellington.
Choose to complete your degree with a research project that focuses on the area that interests you the most, or an internship at a relevant business or organisation.
Knowing and critiquing
Learn about the context in which communication operates and the ways in which it is used to build and guide understanding.
You’ll develop a critical knowledge of the field that will enable you to deconstruct the way that communication is used by others—and creatively apply these theories and approaches in your own work.
Careers
Communication specialists are always in demand. You could find employment in public relations, advertising, communications and marketing, or supporting and creating policy in the topic you’ve focused on—like science or media.
A Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.
To be accepted by the programme director as capable of completing the proposed course of study.
Proof of English proficiency
To be accepted into this programme you will need one of the following:
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing
Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative’ score of not less than 50)
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5.
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