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AUT University - Auckland, New Zealand
AUT University’s School of Communication Studies offers an innovative mix of theory and industry-focused
practice across seven majors: Advertising Creativity, Digital Media, Creative Industries, Journalism, Public
Relations, Radio, and Television. Guest lecturers from the media work alongside professors in all strands of
the program. Internships often leading to permanent positions in the industry, are available. AUT University is
New Zealand’s only university of technology and the Bachelor of Communication Studies was not only the first
Communication degree in New Zealand but is widely regarded as the best.
Sample Communications classes available at AUT University:
146740 Advertising Creativity 146718 Public Relations Communication
146719 Intercultural Communication 146712 Radio Production
145719 Introduction to Popular Culture 146743 Video Production
146711 Journalism 146735 Visual Communication
146708 Organizational Structure and Behavior 146729 Web Media Production
Highlights of the Communications Program at AUT University:
• Emphasis on practical projects and the use of video, radio, and digital media technologies
• Opportunities to work with a culturally diverse range of students on individual and group
projects across all seven majors
• Small group, student-centered teaching and learning with lecturers readily available for one-on-one support and consultation
Special Offerings in Communications at AUT University: Study Internship
The School of Communication Studies emphasizes the nexus between theory and practice, aiming Combination
to equip students to apply cultural insights and strategies to the production of texts and artifacts, as Program Available
well as to the creative processes underlying the management of the media industries. In some cases,
the School provides its own internship possibilities through real-time-oriented courses of study – the student run Radio station,
Static, and the prize-winning newspaper, Te Waha Nui. In the Digital media area, the School has run short courses in video post-
production and computer generated imagery in partnership with industry.
Bond University - Gold Coast, Australia
Bond University’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is particularly renowned for its strength in film,
television, and communication disciplines such as journalism, public relations, advertising, multimedia, and
computer gaming. Studying in Bond’s trademark small classes, students engage with lecturers and professors who
have worked in the field and who take a personal interest in helping students develop a network of industry contacts.
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Sample Communications classes available at Bond University:
COMN11-190 Gender Communication COMN12-270 Comm. and Shared Leadership in Groups & Teams
COMN12-204 Intercultural Communication COMN13-306 Organizational Communication and Leadership
COMN12-205 Interpersonal Communication COMN13-310 Corporate & Community Conflict Resolution
COMN12-206 Political Communication & Advertising COMN12-302 Digital Media and Society
COMN13-311 Computer Game Industry and Policy COMN13-315 Interactive Experience
Highlights of the Communications Program at Bond University: Study Internship
• Gain practical hands-on experience and become conversant with all the current and emerging Combination
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technologies by writing, directing, filming, and editing your own short film using Bond’s advanced
audio/visual studio equipment; producing Bond News in the on-campus television studio; or
developing graphic designs, computer games, and more using the very latest computer hardware and software.
• Develop your portfolio by participating in regional film festivals, competitions, and awards.
• Bond is one of the only Australian universities that has semester intakes in January, May, and September, in line with the North
American system.
Special Offerings in Communications at Bond University:
Bond University’s Centre for Film, Television, and Screen-Based Media is regarded as one of the world’s best film schools and has
established strong links in the Australian and international media sector. Its students and graduates continually dominate regional
competitions such as the Queensland New Filmmakers Awards, and a short film produced by two recent graduates was accepted
into New York’s prestigious Tribeca Film Festival. Bond is also one of only a small number of Australian universities to receive
accreditation from the Public Relations Institute of Australia.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
Edith Cowan University - Perth, Australia
The School of Communications and Multimedia at Edith Cowan University (ECU) is one of the most
widely recognized in Australia. Undergraduate offerings focus on the theoretical and practical dimensions of
communication and includes eight major streams of study comprising:
• Advertising
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• Interactive Multimedia Technologies
• Journalism
• Mass Communications
• Media Studies
• Photomedia
• Public Relations
The School offers students a caring, supportive environment
with expert staff who are committed to quality teaching and
research.
Sample Communications classes available at Edith Cowan University:
CMM2107 Documentary, Film and Television IMM1121 Digital Photomedia
CMM2112 Film and Cinema Studies PRN2120 Foundations of Public Relations
ADV2120 Advertising Management PRN2121 Public Relations Techniques
CMM2116 Foundations of Advertising CMM2103 Media Law and Ethics
CMM2120 Integrated Marketing Communications JOU2104 Radio Journalism
Highlights of the Communications Program at Edith Cowan University
• The Public Relations major is formally recognized and accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Australia.
• The Advertising major is closely monitored by the Advertising Federation of Australia.
• Interactive Multimedia Technologies has very close links with industry.
Griffith University - Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia
Griffith University has been a leader in the provision of distinctive multidisciplinary programs in the arts since
it opened in 1975. The Faculty of Arts offers students a diverse range of innovative programs in the creative arts,
languages, humanities, and social sciences. Griffith’s Communications department specializes in different aspects of
the media, communications, and cultural industries. It examines how these industries are structured and operate in
the context of global trends in media production, consumption, and distribution and focuses more sharply on areas
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Sample Communications classes available at Griffith University:
1502ART Communication Practice 2029MKT Marketing Communication
1011AMC Great Ideas 505ART Styles & Genres of Journalism
2404ART Culture, Media, Society 2510ART Introduction to Public Relations
2309ART Video as Art
Highlights of the Communications Program at Griffith University:
• Popular Music, Media, and Culture major from which courses for Study Abroad
students are available
• Communications industry practice – combining new technology and global
perspectives in journalism, public relations, and digital video
Special Offerings in Communications at Griffith University:
The School of Arts, Media, and Culture (AMC) have set up a mentoring program to offer guidance on making the change from
school or work to university. The AMC Student Mentor Program is a free service offering a helping hand to first years in the School
of AMC. The Student Mentor Program is a chance to meet friendly fellow students studying communications, referral to the right
services to help you make the right decisions, a chance to share experiences, guidance on finding your way around the university,
advice on good study practices, and social support from students who have been there. This service is available to all Study Abroad
students.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
James Cook University - Townsville and Cairns, Australia
The Communications department at James Cook University (JCU) is run by the Faculty of Arts, Education, and
Social Sciences, bringing together disciplines from the arts and humanities. As a Study Abroad student studying
journalism, public relations, professional writing, or communications, you will gain valued and important skills
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during your studies including how to be an effective communicator, creative analyst, and problem solver. You
will be able to access information and research topics effectively and have a sound appreciation of other cultures
and societies.
Sample Communications classes available at James Cook University:
JN2021 Writing for Print JN2022 Science Writing and Communication
EL2011 Creative Writing JN2003 Feature Writing
JN2012 Print Editing CN2012 Land and its Legends in Australian Cinema
TH2102 Writing for Film JB2100 Broadcast Journalism
JN3201 Advanced Public Relations JN2201 Intermediate Public Relations
Highlights of the Communications Program at James Cook University:
JCU offers practical and hands-on journalism and media courses. The courses
are taught by well respected broadcast and print journalists. From 2008 JCU’s
Townsville campus will offer programs in Journalism, Media, and Professional
Writing, Public Relations, Communication, and Cinema. You will also be able
to take advantage of JCU’s dedicated print, radio, and television facilities which
are located on campus.
Special Offerings in Communications at James Cook University:
Communications students at JCU benefit from smaller class sizes and active
media facilities on campus.
La Trobe University - Melbourne, Australia
The School of Communication, Arts, and Critical Enquiry at La Trobe University offers students a
challenging and rewarding learning experience through the study of media, cinema, journalism, creative
arts, English and theatre and drama as well as a number of other disciplines and areas of study. The
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University offers high-quality teaching by experienced and committed academics, including many that are
acknowledged experts in their field and well-known nationally and internationally for their research. Students are encouraged and
supported to excel in their areas of interest, and further develop their innate creativity and ability to learn.
Sample Communications classes available at La Trobe University:
MST1MTN Making the News MST3BEJ Broadcast and Electronic Journalism
CST2SAC Story Telling Cinema CST1FA Introduction to Screen Analysis
ENG1WYL Writing Your Own Life MST2NMS New Media and Society
Highlights of the Communications Program at La Trobe University:
The School offers a number of features and facilities, including:
• Dedicated online journalism laboratory
• Fully equipped television studio
• Digital video and audio production facilities
• Audio recording studio
• Digital editing suites with 24-hour access
• Broad curriculum with cross-disciplinary study
• Opportunity to gain practical experience by working on the student newspaper or at the student radio station
Special Offerings in Communications at La Trobe University:
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Science offers a unit titled ‘Discover Australia’ – a multi-disciplinary area of study that
covers topics in English, Politics, and Gender in an Australian historical context. The unit features several high profile academics
from La Trobe University and is ideal for students wishing to enhance their study experience by gaining a deeper understanding of
Australian history and culture.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
Massey University - Auckland, Palmerston North, or Wellington, New Zealand
Massey University is distinctive among New Zealand universities because of its ability to deliver research-
led teaching across three campuses in North Island cities: the nation’s capital Wellington, one of the most
culturally vibrant cities in Australasia; “Student City” Palmerston North, within easy reach of ski-fields
and beaches; and Auckland, New Zealand’s largest cosmopolitan city. Massey’s communication program
was New Zealand’s first. That history of innovation continues with a wide range of up-to-date
programs, including communication management, expressive arts, journalism studies, linguistics,
marketing communication, media studies, and public relations.
Sample Communications classes available at Massey University:
219.101 Media Skills 219.232 Feature Writing & Freelancing
219.202 Professional & E-Business Writing 219.304 Cross-Cultural Communication
219.205 Professional Presentations in Business 219.209 Public Relations Practice
219.234 Writing, Sub-Editing & Publishing 219.307 Interpersonal Communication
219.336 Investigative Reporting 219.337 Global Journalism
Highlights of the Communications Program at Massey University:
• Massey hosts the world’s only refereed public relations and communication online journal.
• Communication internships for academic credit are available to study abroad students.
• The Graduate Diploma in Journalism is a strong industry-based practical course, suitable for graduated students keen to
pursue a career in journalism.
• A recent U.S. exchange student says (Tyler Warfield, New York, 2005), “What I wanted were skills, and that is what I got at
Massey ... less than two years after finishing the course I am the producer of two live television news shows for Bloomberg TV.”
Special Offerings in Communications at Massey University:
Study abroad students are able to select from a range of theory-informed, but practical classes offered at the Wellington and
Palmerston North campuses, many of which are also available at the Auckland campus. Faculty are passionate about sharing
scholarship and knowledge from their hands-on industry experience.
Murdoch University - Perth, Australia
The School of Media Communication & Culture (MCC) offers students the opportunity to study in one of the
most up-to-date teaching environments in Australia. The Media Arts Centre (MAC), a new $3.7 million center,
brings together professionals and academics in multimedia, journalism, film, television, radio, print, information
policy, and cultural studies. The School focuses on media and multimedia theory and production (film, television,
radio and online media, as well as broadcast and print journalism), mass communication, public relations,
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Sample Communications classes available at Murdoch University:
AIS 181 Contemporary Indigenous Issues MED 231 Australian Cinema MUL 241 Multimedia Design
WOM 270 Gender and Globalization MED 216 Image Literacy COM 337 Cultural and Media Policy
MCC 245 Media Law and Ethics JOU 343 Radio News AIS 302 Black Indigenous Music
Highlights of the Communications Program at Murdoch University:
• Study Abroad students can attain both theoretical and practical skills in a dynamic environment.
• Murdoch students and academic staff continue to excel in the field of Media. Teesh and Trude,
a film about single parents in suburban Australia, was produced on campus by Director (and
Media Studies lecturer) Melanie Rodriga, and Producer (and Media Studies Honors student)
Melissa Hasluck.
• Maangamizi - The Ancient One, co-produced by Martin Mhando (Media Studies lecturer), is the
first Tanzanian film ever nominated in the foreign film category of the Academy Awards.
Special Offerings in Communications at Murdoch University:
Study Abroad students have the opportunity to undertake classes in a practical mode of study in
state-of-the-art facility unparalleled at any Australian tertiary institution. Students can also be
involved in Murdoch’s own television and radio station and actively participate in other production projects. By combining theory
from academic staff actively involved in the industry along with practical teaching methods, students have the opportunity to
immerse themselves in a unique learning environment.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) - Brisbane, Australia
At QUT students can study traditional communication subjects or choose from a large range of subjects in the
exciting emerging field of Creative Industries, such as advertising, media communications, journalism, creative and
professional writing, public relations, literary studies, and mass communication. Choose from our Creative Industries
offerings and benefit from the cutting edge facilities at our award-winning $60 million Creative Industries Precinct.
Creative Industries is QUT’s newest faculty, and combines education, creativity, technology, and enterprise in an
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interdisciplinary array that is leading the field in Australia.
Sample Communications classes available at QUT:
KCB103 Strategic Speech Communication KSB227 Technical Theatre
KCB101 Communication in the New Economy KWB104 Creative Writing: The Short Story
KCP402 New Media Technologies KPP401 Foundations of Film and Television Production
KCB102 Media & Society: From Printing Press to Internet KWB105 Film and Television Scriptwriting
KKB007 Introduction to Multimedia Technology KVB104 Photomedia and Artistic Practice
Highlights of the Communications Program at QUT:
• Institute for Creative Industries and Innovation, combining research in creative
industries, business, information technology, education, and humanities and human
services.
• Facilities such as resident theatre company, black box theatre, drawing and animation
studios, television studios, newsrooms, fashion studios, etc.
• QUT journalism students work on local radio stations, TV stations, and publications
to gain real-world experience.
Special Offerings in Communications at QUT:
Creative Industries students benefit from the award-winning Creative Industries Precinct
learning hands-on skills in industry-standard facilities, such as post-production facilities,
enterprise start-up company, CAD lab, fashion and design studios, and smart lecture theatres.
Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne, Australia
Communication studies are offered by the Faculty of Life & Social Sciences and the Faculty of Design. The Faculty
of Life and Social Sciences offers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in media and
communications. Swinburne’s media and communications courses provide a broad and practical approach to media
studies, preparing students for work in both the media and multimedia industries. Students explore how society
makes sense of texts within social and cultural contexts.
The Faculty of Design offers courses in Communication Design, which produces imaginative designers for careers in
a range of areas where information is conveyed visually.
Sample Communication classes available at Swinburne University of Technology:
HAH210 Philosophy, Media and Culture HAM113 Professional Communication Practice
HAL103 Writing Fiction HDFTV111 Scriptwriting and Directing: Narrative Film
HALM312 Cinema Studies HDCOM322 Information and Interface Design
HALM316 Electronic Writing HDCOM211 Branding and Identity
HAM210 Popular Culture HDCOM112 Typography
Highlights of the Communications Program at Swinburne University of Technology:
• Courses investigate various technologies that impact on social and cultural life, and the ways in
which they are transforming how we think about the media
• The Faculty of Design is located on the Prahran campus in Melbourne’s inner-east. Prahran is one
of inner Melbourne’s most vibrant suburbs, close to the creative arts hub of the city.
Special Offerings in Communications at Swinburne University of Technology:
Professional Communication Practice is designed to equip students with the oral and written communication skills they require
to compete in the contemporary marketplace. This is achieved through an exploration of both the theoretical and practical
dimensions of modern communications, with an emphasis on developing the skills needed to deal with a wide variety of different
communications environments.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
University of Melbourne - Melbourne, Australia
The School of Culture and Communication at the University of Melbourne offers Study Abroad students a mix
of industry focused and academic classes designed to develop students’ critical understanding of the media and
communications in global and local contexts, including a particular appreciation of the media in the Asia-Pacific
region. The School’s unique contacts with media industries and media professionals provides students with optimal
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access to the rapidly changing world of global media.
Sample Communications classes available at University of Melbourne:
100-100 Introduction to Media and Communications 100-208 Politics, Communication, Media
100-101 Professional Writing 100-220 Marketing Communications
100-203 Global Media Cultures 100-221 Media Futures and New Technologies
100-206 Net Communications 100-222 Understanding Australian Media
100-207 Asia-Pacific Media Systems 100-223 Media Law Study Internship
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Highlights of the Communications Programs at University of Melbourne: Program Available
• A stimulating learning environment, in Australia’s largest and highest ranked Faculty of Arts.
• The Faculty of Arts’ Social Sciences disciplines, including media and communications, are ranked No. 10 in the world (Times
Higher Education Supplement, UK, October 2006).
• Classes include those with a focus on media in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Special Offerings in Communications at University of Melbourne:
A variety of classes related to media and communications that are taught by other
departments are part of the Media and Communications program and are also open
to Study Abroad students, making the choice of classes wide and varied. Classes with
an Australian or Asia-Pacific focus will give students the opportunity to engage with
different perspectives. Opportunities exist for suitably qualified students meeting specific
requirements to undertake a research project in the Media and Communications field.
University of Newcastle - Newcastle, Australia
The School of Design, Communication, and Information Technology (DCIT) at the University of Newcastle offers
courses in these disciplines in state-of-the-art, custom-built facilities. The School moved into new buildings at
the end of 2006 and has recently moved all of its graphics, video, and audio facilities to new digital equipment.
All of the following courses have no assumed knowledge or pre-requisites. If you are currently majoring in
Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, or Production and want to have the opportunity to undertake courses
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at a higher level, consider the University of Newcastle.
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Sample Communications classes available at University of Newcastle: Combination
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CMNS1090 Introduction to Professional Writing CMNS1004 Media Production: Video
CMNS1280 Introduction to Journalism CMNS1230 Foundations of Media Production
CMNS1110 Introduction to Communication Studies DESN1300 Visual Communication Technology 1
CMNS1000 Introduction to Digital Communication CMNS1290 Introduction to Public Relations Practice
Highlights of the Communications Program at University of Newcastle:
• Journalism: Students can study professional writing, public affairs, magazine journalism, creative writing, applied
communication studies, communication and discourse, broadcast journalism, editing, multimedia publications, and media
interviewing.
• Media Studies: Students can study a range of subjects including media, communication and culture, film and television
studies, the contemporary cinema, contemporary popular music, cultural production
and use, audience studies, media ownership and control, international media studies,
technology, media and culture, and popular culture and society.
• Media Production: Students can study photomedia, media production, video, television,
radio and sound, professional writing, visual communication technology, music video, web
multimedia, and visual communication imaging.
• Public Relations: Students can undertake studies in professional writing, public relations
practice, public affairs, public relations issues and strategies, communication and discourse,
applied public relations, and media interviewing.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
University of Otago - Dunedin, New Zealand
Communication Studies at Otago is an interdisciplinary major which recognizes the need for students to
understand communication in the information age and the era of globalized media. Spanning three academic areas,
communications courses are available in the Department of Media, Film, and Communication, the Department of
English, and the Department of Marketing. A particular strength of the communications programs offered at Otago
is this broad base of expertise from which all aspects of Film, Media, and Communication are taught and researched.
Sample Communications classes available at University of Otago:
COMS206 Special topic: Media History FIME202 Media & Inter-cultural Communication
ENG124 Effective Communication MART201 Integrated Marketing Communication
FIME201 The History of Film FIME206 New Zealand Cinema
ENG127 Effective Writing FIME303 Culture, Politics, Policy & Global Media
Highlights of the Communications Program at University of Otago:
• Located in the heart of ‘Lord of the Rings’ country and in a city rich in natural history filmmaking, animation companies, and
cultural resources
• An extensive array of methodological and philosophical approaches
available to students, ranging from literary criticism, and critical analysis
to the qualitative and quantitative social sciences
• Highly innovative and experiential program development
Special Offerings in Communications at University of Otago:
Staff are drawn from around the world, including Australia and New
Zealand, the USA, and Europe; consequently, there are strong international
connections and a broad, modern perspective. Close links with Maori and
indigenous film, communication, and media studies enables a special insight
into New Zealand’s culture.
The University of Queensland - Brisbane, Australia
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s most outstanding learning and research
institutions. UQ has a long history of providing cutting edge communication courses taught through
both the Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Faculty of Arts. UQ’s communication
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courses emphasize applied skills and cover a wide range of communication forms, including the mass
media, the internet, and written and visual texts. Studies in all areas of communication are backed by a firm commitment to
excellence in teaching and research, and staff have an excellent record of achievement in teaching and research.
Sample Communications classes available at The University of Queensland:
COMU1000 Introduction to Communication & Cultural Studies MSTU1000 Introduction to Media Studies
COMU1010 Art of Communication MSTU1001 Introduction to Film & Television Studies
COMU1020 Mass Communication, New Media & Society MSTU2000 Music Subcultures and the Media
COMU1311 Identity, Culture and Communication MSTU2005 Film Movements & Genres
COMU2000 Communication & Rhetoric MSTU2010 New Media in Art, Video, Computer, Internet
Highlights of the Communications Program at The University of Queensland:
• Explore Australia’s art, multiculturalism, politics, and popular culture and gain a greater understanding of this unique country.
• Discover the differences in global media cultures by examining the history, structure, and operations of the Australian media
in comparison to international media.
• Learn about the significance of popular culture through film, television, radio, and the Internet through participating in
internships.
Special Offerings in Communications at The University of Queensland:
UQ offers a stimulating and challenging environment to study in and provides a comprehensive range of disciplines. You can study
courses ranging from Australia’s distinctive culture and history to courses in mass communication, or you can indulge your creative
side by taking courses in art history, drama, creative writing, or public relations. UQ is the only university in Queensland to offer
such a wide range of courses. Study Abroad students are welcomed into the UQ community.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
University of South Australia - Adelaide, Australia
The School of Communication has an enthusiastic, innovative, and committed teaching staff including those
awarded the Prime Minister’s Award for the ‘Teaching Team of the Year’ in 2000. All courses have a strong creative
and applied focus and include an opportunity for students to consolidate their knowledge through practical
experience in their chosen field. The combination of theory and practical learning means that graduates are
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Sample Communications classes available at University of South Australia:
COMM1055 Public Relations COMM2051 Professional and Creative Communication
HUMS1013 Media Literacies INFT3008 Advanced Print to Web Digital Publishing
COMM1018 Media and Screen Cultures COMM1033 Intro to Communication and Cultural Studies
COMM2011 Reporting for the Media COMM1043 Document Design and Publication
INFT1014 Digital Media Techniques COMM2021 Scriptwriting for Media Performance
Highlights of the Communications Program at University of South Australia:
• Journalism students have the opportunity to get practical experience through producing the School’s online student newspaper.
• Professional writing students can publish their work in broadsheet, online, or book format.
• Media Arts students cover a wide range of digital media formats (web, drama and performance, music, and animation).
Special Offerings in Communications at University of South Australia:
The School of Communication offers distinct, professional majors, which encourage and
support students to develop skills in such dynamic areas as film, public relations, professional
writing, animation, digital effects, scriptwriting, communication management, electronic
arts/mediated performance, editing, film studies, and games culture. Study Abroad students,
depending on their chosen major, can participate in the production of local news bulletins and
documentary pieces that are aired on the Adelaide community TV station. Students may also
have the opportunity to be involved with other world-wide events that are held in Adelaide to
conduct interviews, reviews, and other media and public relations activities.
The University of Sydney - Sydney, Australia
Media and Communications in the Faculty of Arts at The University of Sydney is a professional program that
attracts students of the highest quality. The subjects taught equip students with the training and skills required
for entry into areas such as print, broadcast and online journalism, international communications, media
regulation and public policy, media and public relations, and corporate communications. Depending on subject
choice, practical experience is provided in print, radio, television, video, and online media. Because of their
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professional nature, enrollment by Study Abroad students in these classes is restricted to those undertaking a
Communications or related major at their home university.
Sample Communications classes available at The University of Sydney:
MECO 2601 Radio Broadcasting MECO 2603 Media Relations
MECO 3601 Video Production MECO 3602 Online Media Production
MECO 3603 Media Law & Ethics MECO 3605 Media Globalization
MECO 3606 Advanced Media Writing MECO 3609 Critical Practice in Media
Highlights of the Communications Program at The University of Sydney:
• The Faculty of Arts ranked No. 5 Humanities & Social Sciences faculty in the world
(Times Higher Education Supplement, UK, October 2005)
• The situation of practical skills in theoretical frameworks
• The opportunity to include classes from other humanities and social science disciplines
Special Offerings in Communications at The University of Sydney:
The Department takes care to ensure that a diverse array of disciplinary perspectives and relevant theories are addressed in the
core broadcasting and production classes. Study Abroad students are encouraged to take one or two classes from the range of
related offerings in the Faculty of Arts. Some examples from other departments could include a selection from classes as diverse
as Introducing Media & Popular Culture, Recent Approaches to Art & Film, Mass Media in East Asia, Media in Contemporary
Society, Cross-Cultural Communication, or Religion, Media & Consumerism.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
University of Tasmania - Hobart, Australia
Ranked 69th in the world in Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Arts at the University of Tasmania is a unique
alternative providing outstanding teaching and research options in a breathtakingly beautiful, vibrant, safe, and
friendly environment. The University is the fourth oldest in Australia and, with a student population of 16,000, is
the perfect size to sustain subject diversity while maintaining ease of contact with staff. Considered one the best in
Australia, the Journalism, Media, and Communications Program equips students for a wide range of career options,
including journalism and public relations.
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Sample communications classes available at the University of Tasmania:
HEJ201 Feature Writing HEJ302 Media and the Environment
HEJ303 Television Journalism HEJ205 Public Relations
HEJ309 Ethics in Journalism HEJ313 Radio Journalism
HEJ223 Imaging News HEJ227 Media Cultures
HEJ328 New Media HEJ318 Professional Placement
Highlights of the Communications Program at the University of Tasmania:
• Emphasis is placed on both practical and analytical skills, so that graduates are equipped to work as journalists but also in
many other contemporary careers.
• A state-of-the-art Media Lab, where students are encouraged to produce and experiment with
convergent and mainstream forms of journalism and media. Study Internship
• Small group and individual learning opportunities with staff who have both media industry Combination
experience and PhDs in the field. Program Available
Special Offerings in Communications at the University of Tasmania:
The Journalism, Media, and Communications Program at the University of Tasmania has particular strengths in teaching and
research in Journalism and Journalism Studies. While studying in the program, students will analyze news and other media but also
produce journalism across a variety of media formats and often in their special areas of interest; for example, in environment, sport,
or politics.
University of Waikato - Hamilton, New Zealand
Media and Communications is a highly interdisciplinary program at the University of Waikato, taught simultaneously
within the Department of Screen and Media Studies at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Department
of Management Communication at the Waikato Management School. We have New Zealand’s leading media research
group with our research in Communications and Media ranked #1 in New Zealand by the New Zealand Tertiary
Education Commission. 75% of teaching staff hold doctorates, and many maintain productive professional links
nationally and internationally with industry and academia.
Sample Communications classes available at University of Waikato:
SMST120 The Creative Industries SMST311 Screen, Spirituality and Culture
SMST216 Television: Media, Narrative and Audience MCOM235 Media and Public Relations
PHIL219 Media Ethics MCOM330 Professional Speaking and Speechwriting
MCOM231 Interpersonal Communication MCOM392 Managing Organizational Communication
Highlights of the Communications Program at University of Waikato:
• Through Waikato Management School’s Department of Management Communication, students are taught to strategically
manage the internal and external communication needs of organizations in the corporate, government, and not-for profit
sectors.
• The university has a world-class Academy of Performing Arts on campus, where digital and new media arts are regularly
exhibited alongside traditional forms and where media and communications staff and students regularly contribute.
Special Offerings in Communications at University of Waikato:
Communication students gain practical experience in managing both internal and external communication environments. Waikato
students are taught by experienced industry practitioners and New Zealand’s top international communication scholars. Flexible
courses enable students to pursue approved independent projects under staff supervision. These often include work-based projects
and research in the media and creative industries. Students can work with community organizations to gain valuable experience of
real life communication problems.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
University of Wollongong - Wollongong, Australia
The University of Wollongong’s Faculty of Arts is committed to the pursuit of teaching and research excellence
and distinctiveness within a diverse range of humanities and social sciences. It aims to produce internationally
recognized and focussed research which informs interdisciplinary and disciplinary teaching that is innovative,
high-quality, flexible, and student-centred.
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Sample Communications classes available at University of Wollongong:
MACS200 Media Events & Rituals CCS105 Introduction to Communication & Cultural Studies
MACS219 Australian Screen MACS217 Film Form & Style
MACS330 The Practices of Everyday Life MACS335 Electronic Cultures
MACS337 Hollywood in Context MACS357 Television Cultures
SOC110 Understanding Audiences STS390 Media War & Peace
Highlights of the Communications Program at University of Wollongong:
• Communications courses draw on the University’s expertise
in global communication and digital media. They introduce
students to a variety of critical and theoretical perspectives in
studying media and culture through the examination of the
practice and representation of social issues in film, television,
new media, and everyday life.
• Many of our academic staff have international research
profiles and bring to the classroom the most up-to-date
research debates to inform the classroom discussions.
• The School of Social Sciences, Media, and Communication is
small enough to provide individual student attention but large
enough to be well recognized on a global scale.
UTS-Sydney - Sydney, Australia
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at UTS is home to the oldest and most sought
after Communication program in Australia. Offering innovative and dynamic courses in media,
information, communication, and social inquiry, the program supports over 2,000 students across
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six program areas: Information and Knowledge Management, Journalis, Media Arts and Production,
Public Communication, Social Inquiry, and Writing and Cultural Studies. Subjects are available at both undergraduate and
postgraduate level for Study Abroad students.
Sample Communications classes available at UTS-Sydney:
50141 Australian History and Politics 50254 Contemporary Cinema
50127 International Communication 50159 Public Relations Principles
50199 Documentary Production 50148 Print Features
50142 Social Theory 50243 Narrative Writing
50129 News and Current Affairs 50155 Film and Video Production
Highlights of the Communications Program at UTS-Sydney:
• Opportunities for professional experience in relevant industries
• Located in the heart of Sydney’s communication district made up of national
broadcasters and media organizations
• Broad range of practical, hands-on, professional skills development subjects
• Variety of theoretical and research-based subjects
Special Offerings in Communications at UTS-Sydney:
The Faculty’s diverse range of courses provide a mix of theory and practical
experience that will equip students for a variety of professional, social, cultural, and
creative production roles.
View complete university profiles and more available classes at www.australearn.org/Comm
Internships in Australia and New Zealand
PDAC INTERNSHIPS - AustraLearn offers various internships, including Professional Development for Academic Credit (PDAC)
Internship placements. These are 10-week, pre-set, and high quality professional development opportunities for six academic
credits. These internships are currently offered three times a year, and placements are available in almost every field of study.
Through an internship placement with AustraLearn, students can achieve vital experience in their field of study. Placements will
depend on the applicant’s area of specialization. AustraLearn’s Internship Manager will work with each applicant to match up their
learning goals and interests with the best available internship placement.
CUSTOM DESIGNED INTERNSHIPS - AustraLearn Custom Designed Internships are available in nearly every field of study.
These very independent placements do not include credit however, they are a fantastic opportunity for students to get the type of
internship they are seeking through a partnership with AustraLearn, and offer maximum flexibility: students get to set the length
and when they go.
STUDY INTERNSHIP COMBO PROGRAMS - Semester-long study internship combination programs are also available at some
Australian or New Zealand universities. This options allows you to take a part-time load of classes (typically 1-3) plus a part-time
internship. These programs are available at:
• University of Tasmania: Custom internships in journalism and media studies, at television, newspaper, or radio outlets, with
guaranteed publication.
• University of Newcastle: Custom designed internships in any field of study, including communications.
• Bond University: On-campus internships available in communications, business, marketing, and international education.
Summer and January Short Courses
AustraLearn offers a variety of short-term programs covering a variety of different academic areas in Australia or New Zealand.
All programs run during the summer, and two also run in January. If you cannot go abroad for a full semester, a short course is the
perfect opportunity to still experience these incredible countries while learning a new skill or enhancing an interest.
A sampling of the programs available to you: Challenge New Zealand: Leadership Development – two-week
Film and TV Production: The Melbourne Film Experience – program in January or June. Develop your leadership skills
three-week course in June/July where students produce a short through immersion in the New Zealand culture, seminars and
film from concept to completion, plus get special access to the lectures, a service project, and an awesome outdoor recreation
world-renowned Melbourne International Film Experience. program.
Perfect for any communications major, especially those
interested in broadcasting, film/tv production or media studies. Regional Australian Field Studies: Mountains, Coast and
Offered through Swinburne University of Technology. Outback – three-week program in January or June-July. Enjoy
lectures and a 10-day field studies trip to some of Australia’s
Edge of the Outback: A Photographic Journey Through Rural most beautiful places.
Australia – three-week course in July. All equipment provided,
no experience necessary. Awesome field trips and some of the Wanju Boodjah: Aboriginal Studies in Western Australia
most beautiful country in the world—seen by few students – four-week program in June/July in one of the most scenic
or tourists—provide the backdrop for this incredible course. parts of Australia, with field trips and lectures from some of
Offered through La Trobe University. Australia’s leading experts in aboriginal studies and culture.
Graduate School Abroad
Earn your entire graduate degree abroad from a choice of more than 30 universities.
Complete a master’s degree in as little as one year or a PhD in as little as three.
Universities in these countries are ranked highly on the international scale and
renowned for their academics, faculty and research. The GRE exam is NOT required,
you can get U.S. government financial aid, and costs are, in many cases, cheaper than
comparable programs at North American universities. AustraLearn: Study in Australia,
New Zealand, and the South Pacific
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