This program provides students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the application of communication strategies and methods in a wide range of fields.

The program is designed to develop understanding and skills of graduates and professionals to strategise and utilise effective communication in many fields of practice, such as health promotion, community development, business, public relations, policy and politics, intercultural relations and globalisation.

Students develop a deep understanding of theory, knowledge of communication methods and dynamics, and practical and professional skills.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Communication.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Master of Communication

• Communication for Social Change Field of StudyStrategic Communication Field of Study

To complete the Master of Communication

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Communication, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

• Graduate Certificate in Communication (#8)