Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication at The University of Western Australia is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 667 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 461 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Strategic Communications in a Digital Era
- Digital Media: Theory and Practice
- Communication, Innovation and Project Management
- Global Media and Cross-cultural Communication
- Representation and Promotion
- Communication Strategies for Change
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
(a)(i) a relevant bachelor\'s degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and(ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in the Level 3 units of a relevant major;\xc2\xa0
or
(b)(i) a Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and
(ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 667 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 461 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 667 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 461 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Western Australia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months