Deakin’s flexible degrees allow you to shape your learning around your passion. Learn from some of the brightest minds in the industry and gain on-the-job experience, building your professional network as you go.
An undergraduate degree is generally completed between two to four years, depending on the pattern of study and any recognition of prior learning you may have. Associate degrees, bachelor and bachelor with honours are all undergraduate degrees.
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Deakin’s work-integrated learning and placement programs enable you to gain industry experience as you study.
Be ready to launch your career as soon as you graduate with a work-integrated learning placement. Take up an internship as part of your degree to gain industry exposure and develop a valuable professional network. Our communication students secure first-hand broadcasting, radio and print experience with Australian media outlets.
Our wide range of professional facilities gives you access to everything you need to build your skillset and graduate in-demand. Get hands-on experience creating animated effects and environments with our virtual production technology or test your newfound skills in our television broadcast studio, dance and drama studios, news production spaces or gallery spaces.
Learn with professional lighting, audio and camera equipment from our comprehensive Media Resource Centre. Deakin is one of the first universities in the world to teach using RED EPIC cameras – the digital camera of choice for the world’s best filmmakers and photographers.
Study on campus in Australia with local students at Deakin College and earn a guaranteed pathway to Deakin University. Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University. For example, you can successfully complete the Diploma of Communication and transition to Bachelor of Communication at Deakin.
Deakin’s Bachelor of Communication is accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA). As a graduate, you will be eligible for accelerated membership of the PRIA, ensuring you remain connected and up-to-date with current industry standards and changes.
At Deakin, we will help you build your network within the community and industry. The Australian Government employment projections predicts that by 2026, Australia will have:
Deakin is the top university in the Australian state of Victoria for graduate employment, so you can feel confident you will graduate in-demand, career-ready and with a valuable industry network.
I really love Deakin for the extra opportunities. I got the opportunity to intern, develop a professional network, enjoy the writing club and become a publisher and attend a range of networking events.
Vinay, India
Master of Communication
Our industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning prepares you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Deakin is ranked in the top 1% worldwide for media and communication studies, so you can be sure you will get a great education in a field you are passionate about.
Our experienced academic staff have worked with organisations including the Associated Press, BBC, Fairfax, Samsung and Penguin Books.
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Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
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Deakin's cutting-edge communication and creative arts facilities help prepare graduates for a successful career.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve at remarkable speed, there's one skillset that's more in demand than ever: communication.
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