Master of Arts (Journalism)

Graduate Diploma of Journalism [exit point only]
Graduate Certificate in Journalism

What is this course about?

CSU's Journalism program is designed for graduates of any discipline who wish to gain a professional qualification in journalism, and aims to prepare students for entry-level positions in journalism

These courses are designed for graduates of any discipline who wish to gain a professional qualification in journalism, and aims to prepare students for entry-level positions in journalism. No prior journalism or media experience is required.

Credit and articulation

The Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma (exit point only) articulate with the Master degree and credit is awarded in the Master degree for the subjects completed in the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma. Credit is not given for the Graduate Certificate in Print Journalism.

Access to allowances for study

The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) now offers student income support to students undertaking study in a number of professionally-oriented Master by coursework degrees.

Eligible students undertaking approved Master degrees will be able to access Youth Allowance, AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY or Pensioner Education Supplement. To be eligible for student income support through Youth Allowance and AUSTUDY, students will still need to be studying full-time and to satisfy all other Youth Allowance and AUSTUDY program requirements, including personal, parental or partner income tests.  Students who have queries about masters courses and their income support entitlements should contact Centrelink on 13 24 90 for further information.

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Campus

Bathurst

Duration

Master: 3 years
Graduate Certificate: 1 year

Graduation requirements

To graduate with the Graduate Certificate in Journalism, students complete the first four 8 point subjects (total of 32 points). Students enrolled in the Master degree may exit with the award Graduate Diploma in Journalism after successful completion of an additional two 16 point subjects (total of 64 points).

To graduate with the Master degree, students must satisfactorily complete 96 points.

All students undertaking the Master degree must complete:

  • three foundation theory subjects designed to provide the necessary background and context for news and public affairs reporting
  • one specialist subject detailing aspects of media law and ethics as they affect professional journalism practice
  • two specialist subjects in journalism designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in journalism and public affairs reporting in both public and commercial media
  • a theory and research subject examining problems and issues confronting journalism practice
  • a journalism project, comprising a major series of news stories and features either for print or broadcast media and examining a significant social, cultural or political trend in Australia or overseas.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.


Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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Study Mode

Distance education

Where

Bathurst

When

Session 1; Session 2; Session 3

Level

Postgraduate

Duration

Master: 3 years
Graduate Certificate: 1 year

International?

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Indicative ATAR

N/A

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