Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting

This course prepares university graduates for a career in broadcasting particularly radio, television and online.

This practical course is taught by professional journalists and broadcasters, and has the backing of the media industry around Australia.

Course content includes the journalistic, presentation, technical and people skills required by today's electronic media professionals.

Year 1 - Semester 1

Year 1 - Semester 2

Admission requirement (Band 6)

• Bachelor degree; or
• Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to attend an audition, and attend an interview. Accommodations can be made for students located outside WA. Additionally applicants must submit a personal statement of no more than 500 words, resume and photograph with their application. Students are strongly advised to attend a personalised information session about the course with the coordinator. To organise this, please contact ECU's Future Students team on futurestudy@ecu.edu.au.