Course overview
Get an introduction to the rapidly evolving media and communications landscape and begin to build the associated tools and knowledge to succeed. The Diploma of Media and Communications offers a range of choices in communications and journalism subjects and is a pathway program into the second year of various La Trobe University courses.
Completion of the diploma leads to second year entry to the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Media and Communication.
A Bachelor of Arts degree at La Trobe University gives you the communication and critical thinking skills you need to adapt to a changing job market. Graduates work in diverse industries including media, management, social policy, education, and community development
Entry into second year is based on a weighted average mark for the diploma:
https://www.latrobecollegeaustralia.edu.au/current-students/resources/transferring-university
Course record
Majors
Aboriginal Studies, Archaeological and heritage studies, Asian Studies, Chinese Studies, Classics and Ancient History, Creative and Professional Writing, Crime, Justice and Legal Studies, Digital Media, English, Environmental humanities, Ethics and social justice, French Studies, Greek Studies, Hindi Studies, History, International Studies, Italian Studies, Japanese Studies, Linguistics, Philospohy, Politics, Psychological Science, Sociology, Spanish Studies, Sustainability and development, Visual cultures.
Career Opportunities
Upon the completion of the Diploma of Media and Communications and the Bachelor of Arts, you will have the ability to think critically, coupled with strong communication skills, means you'll be ready to take on roles in administration, community development, education, human services, journalism, management, social policy and planning and social research.
Entry requirements
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Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Melbourne (Bundoora)VIC