Diploma in Media and Visual Communication

The Diploma in Media and Visual Communication prepares students for a wide range of career options; and provides them with a foundation for further studies associated with a Bachelor of Media and Communication and the Bachelor of Visual Communication Design. It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which offers a broad range of core and directed course options in the chosen area of study.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

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Full-time - 1 years

N/A
50

Structure

The Diploma in Media and Visual Communication requires the completion of 80 units (made up of 10 unit courses). The program is comprised of 30 units of core courses, 10 units from the Course List, and 40 units from a minor (either Media and Communication or Visual Communication Design).

Subjects

  • Animation and interaction, creative arts, creative industries, graphic design and illustration, media arts production, news media, public relations.

Entry requirements

  • The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, vocational/professional experience, and completed enabling programs. To be considered for admission, applicants must have an unadjusted ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above.

Study Pathways

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.