Course overview
Get an introduction into the rapidly evolving media and communications landscape, and begin to build the associated tools and knowledge to succeed. Subjects studied include: Writing for Media, The Interview, The Emerging Journalist, Professional Writing, Making Media.
La Trobe University is consistently ranked in the Top 200 Universities in the world for Media/Communication studies by the Times Higher Education global rankings.
On successful completion of the diploma you will be eligible for direct entry to second year at La Trobe University: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Media and Communication with any of the following majors: Creative and Professional Writing, Journalism, Marketing or Sports Media.
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
Communication, Creative Writing, News design, Print Journalism, Public relations, Sports journalism, Television News.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any English. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or relevant work experience or personal statement or relevant Certificate IV.
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Melbourne (Bundoora)VIC

