Graduate Diploma in Communication
Media & Comms
A course by
Wintec
This Graduate Diploma at level 7 enhances degree or work experience with knowledge and skills in public relations, advertising and media practices. Students engage with live projects and real clients, supported by tutors with industry experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced Communication Skills
Develop advanced understanding and application of public relations, advertising and media communication principles.
Practical Industry Experience
Work on live projects with real clients to gain practical skills and industry insight.
Creative Problem Solving
Apply lateral thinking and creative solutions to contemporary communication challenges.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Communication is a one-year full-time or part-time programme designed to develop skills in public relations, advertising, and media. It involves eight papers over two semesters, focusing on practical work with real clients, enhancing communication, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills to prepare for careers in media-related industries.
Course Content
- Core and elective modules including Communications 710, Professional Practice 3, Communications 720, Design Factory Industry Project, Freelance Project, Capstone Project, Research Methods, Creative Work Integrated Learning, Communication Freelance Project, Communication Capstone Project, Professional Practice 2, Critical Methods 2, Design Thinking Launchpad, Feature Writing, Advertising and Publicity, Communication Special Topic 3, Creative Special Topic 3
- Free choice of any level 5, 6 or 7 paper from Graduate Diploma or Bachelor of Communication or electives from other Wintec degrees by approval
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution or equivalent relevant diploma with work/life experience
Special admission possible for domestic applicants 20+ with relevant skills/experience
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Media
Public Relations
Advertising
Future employment opportunities might be
Journalist
Editor
Sub-editor
Television Presenter