Master of Communication

Institution Bond University
Method On Campus
Location Robina
Type Masters
Course fee By request

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Master of Communication

Objectives The Master of Communication also includes Master of Communication (Advertising), Master of Communication (Corporate Communication), Master of Communication (Journalism), Master of Communication (Media), and Master of Communication (Public Relations) The Master of Communication degree has been developed in consultation with industry groups ensuring that it has an appropriate mix of practice and theory, therefore providing the ideal balance of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, problem solving abilities, interpersonal skills and a high level of written communication.
Entry requirements Entry requirements Completion of an undergraduate degree program at an approved institution with a record of performance at least at Credit (65%) level, subject to the decision of the Dean or designate.
Academic title Master of Communication
Course description Career Outcomes

Knowledge of communication is beneficial to any career and plays a vital role in the functioning of any government, business or industrial organisation. Being an effective communicator will only enhance your career no matter what profession you choose.

Attendance

Most students undertake four subjects per semester (equivalent to 40 credit points). You may, however, enrol in fewer subjects and extend your degree over a longer period.

Bond's Teaching methodology involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, computer labs and industry projects.

Work Experience and Internships

Some students without practical workplace experience, or with workplace experience in a field different from their studies, choose to undertake an internship as part of their degree.

This intensely practical professional development approach fosters graduates who are ready, willing and able to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact in the workplace.

Program Structure
12 Subjects, 120 Credit Points
Core (2)

Students must complete the following two (2) coursework subjects in the first 2 semesters of enrolment:

    * HUMR 71-100 Research Methods in Humanities and Social Sciences
    * HUMR 71-110 Epistemology and Theory of Knowledge

Foundation (3)

    * COMN 71-101 Theoretical Constructs in Communication
    * COMN 71-203 Sociology of Mass Communication
    * COMN 71-550 Communication Research Seminar

Specialist Major (3)

A specialist major (3 subjects) in one of the following areas:
Advertising

Three (3) subjects drawn from ADVT71- subjects or:

    * COMN 71-270 Group Communication and Transformative Leadership
    * PUBR 71-100 Public Relations Theory & Techniques for Graduates
    * COMN 71-306 Communication and Leadership in Organisations
    * PUBR 71-313 Advanced Crisis & Risk Communication
    * COMN 71-321 Corporate & Agency Training & Consultancy

Public Relations

Three (3) subjects drawn from PUBR71- subjects
Journalism

Three (3) subjects drawn from JOUR71- subjects
Media

Three (3) subjects drawn from:

    * COMN 71-302 Communication Technology - Policy and Planning
    * COMN 71-311 Video Games Theory & Policy
    * JOUR 71-101 Mass Media Institutions
    * JOUR 71-230 Journalism Ethics and Law
    * JOUR 71-305 Print Journalism Production

Corporate Communication

Three (3) subjects drawn from:

    * COMN 71-270 Group Communication and Transformative Leadership
    * COMN 71-306 Communication and Leadership in Organisations
    * COMN 71-310 Corporate Conflict Resolution
    * PUBR 71-313 Advanced Crisis & Risk Communication
    * COMN 71-321 Corporate & Agency Training & Consultancy
    * COMN 71-204 Foundations of Intercultural Communication
    * COMN 71-205 Interpersonal Communication Strategies
    * PUBR 71-100 Public Relations Theory & Techniques for Graduates
    * COMN 71-190 Gender Communication - Policies and Issues

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS (4)

    * Any four (4) subjects selected from H&SS list of postgraduate subjects from, two (2) of which must be drawn from ADVT, COMN, PUBR or JOUR;
    * For students who have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.5 or above in completed subjects, they may complete the degree by untaking a dissertation by enrolling in:
          o HUMR71-701 Masters Research Dissertation A,
          o HUMR71-702 Masters Research Dissertation B,
          o HUMR71-703 Masters Research Dissertation C and
          o HUMR71-704 Masters Research Dissertation D