Course Introduction
About the Programme
The Master of Communication programme focuses on managing communication within an international context, with an emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. Informed by international scholarships in a range of disciplines and by professional practice, the programme will develop students’ professional and intellectual skills to prepare them for a career in communication and media-related professions, including but not limited to public relations, corporate communication, web communication, media liaison or consultancy related to the media and creative industries. Its purpose is also to develop students’ skills and independent learning ability to future-proof their personal development.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Communication from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Master’s Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Curriculum Overview
INTAKES
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement
- January
- May
- September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size
- 20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than
Area of Studies
Core Modules
- Communication Management: Professional Perspectives
- Critical and Ethical Issues in Communication
- Global Media: Asia-Pacific Perspectives
- Health Communication
- International Strategic Communication and Culture
- Research Project in Communication
- Strategic Communication
- Web Strategy
Elective Modules
(Choose 1 of the 2 units)
- Social Media Analysis
- Web Research
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of relevant work experience; OR
- Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate and 5 years of managerial work experience may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Students who have completed Murdoch University’s Graduate Certificate in Communication may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Satisfactory preparation for the course through formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the University.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent.
Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
Fees & Funding
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$25,244.40 payable in 3 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
GST
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate of 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Study Mode & Duration
Maximum allowed candidature period
- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
- 120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
