Graduate Certificate in Creative Industries

This is a unique Graduate Certificate in Creative Industries for media, marketing and creative professionals seeking an advanced introduction to the theories and practices of convergent media.

Media professionals are now required to understand and connect with their audiences across broadcast, online, mobile and other channels and to integrate new platforms and social media into their mix, to prosper in the creative industries, which are now characterised by the breakdown of traditional media silos, and the transformation of media production and consumption practices.This course is designed for communications, media and design professionals to update and enhance their current skills to respond to the challenges and opportunities of the current era.

The course includes opportunities for the creative development of an interactive media project and engagement with the theories and technologies of current creative industry trends.

The course offers an entry to the new world of strategic communications, exposure to new research methods and design thinking, and the possibility of a professional internship (where suitable).

Students exit this course with a media portfolio and improved knowledge about methodologies and trends in the creative industries.

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 40 credit points including the units listed in the recommended sequence below.

Mid year - July Commencement