Diploma in Communication Studies

... New Zealand
... Auckland University of Technology

Course Overview

From investigative journalism to screenwriting and digital media, this one-year intensive postgraduate programme equips you with skills in the communications field.

Select from a range of courses that best suit your interests or choose a specialised pathway in which you can develop and extend your creative and professional practice in a particular discipline.

Taught by staff who are internationally known as experts in their field, the Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies is combination of academic and creative options. It provides a relevant and flexible entry into postgraduate study.

General Eligibility

  • Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent OR

  • Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the Dean to be equivalent to a bachelor’s degree

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing, 6.5 in Reading, 6.5 in Listening and 7.0 in Speaking; or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Business Administration and Management


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Campus Name

City Campus


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

February, July


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

10277,

37274, (INT)


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