Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies
Media & Comms
A course by
AUT
An intensive one-year postgraduate programme that develops advanced expertise in communication studies, with specialisations in communication leadership or media innovation.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced knowledge in communication studies
Develop expertise in current topics, theories, and practices in media and communication studies.
Specialise in leadership or innovation
Gain specialist skills in communication leadership or media innovation, including crisis communication, public engagement, and managing innovation in the media sector.
Digital and cross-platform communication skills
Apply digital media technologies and cross-platform strategies to real-world communication challenges.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies at AUT is designed for graduates seeking an intensive study in communication. The programme covers current developments in media and communication studies and offers specialisations in communication leadership or media innovation. Students can tailor their study with options focusing on leading communication practices, digital citizenship, persuasive communications, and the management of innovation in media ecosystems. Courses are research-informed, taught by experts, and include academic and creative components. The flexible structure supports full-time or part-time study, often with evening classes and workshops, suitable for working professionals.
Course Content
- Communication Leadership: Change and Sustainability, Communicating Wicked Problems, Digital Citizenship, Persuasion and Social Change
- Media Innovation: Media Innovation Practice, Producing for Media Ecosystems, Managing Innovation in the Digital Economy, Media Futures
- Professional Practice Project
- Portfolio development through practical projects
- Cross-discipline elective options
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Media and Communications
Digital Media
Corporate Communication
Future employment opportunities might be
Media Communication Specialist
Corporate Communications Manager
Media Strategist