Master of Communication Studies
Media & Comms
A course by
AUT
Shape the future of media and communication industries with the Master of Communication Studies. Specialise in communication leadership or media innovation, and complete an in-depth research dissertation.
NZ$11,852
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced expertise in media and communication studies
Gain current knowledge and skills in the latest developments in communication leadership or media innovation.
Design and conduct independent research
Work with experienced supervisors to plan, execute, and present a research dissertation or creative media project.
About This Course
The Master of Communication Studies at AUT prepares students to lead, innovate, and research in the evolving media and communication sectors. Students can specialise in communication leadership or media innovation, build expertise in contemporary topics and practices, and complete a creative or research dissertation with the support of experienced supervisors. The degree balances theoretical insight with applied skills, offering opportunities to develop advanced strategies for societal communication challenges or lead digital innovation in today's media landscape.
Course Content
- Media and Communication Research Methods
- Communication Leadership
- Media Innovation
- Change and Sustainability
- Communicating Wicked Problems
- Digital Citizenship
- Persuasion and Social Change
- Media Innovation Practice
- Producing for Media Ecosystems
- Managing Innovation in the Digital Economy
- Media Futures
- Professional Practice Project
- Dissertation/Creative Research Project
Entry Requirements
A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses.
Build towards these roles
Media industry leaderCommunication strategistMedia innovation managerResearcher in media or communicationPublic relations managerDigital media producer
Build skills in these industries
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