University of Newcastle

Master of Creative Industries

University of Newcastle

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00109J

The Master of Creative Industries provides a framework for integrating the entrepreneurial skills, production skills, and research skills required for working professionally in the creative industries. Practitioners already working in the field will be able to extend their practice, deepen their understanding of opportunities in this field, and contribute to the development of new creative practices. Those who are new to the creative industries will be introduced to a range of professional and creative practices. The program centres on creative work conceived for and applied in real-world settings, managed by students themselves in close consultation with creative industry practitioners and experts. Specialist course options also exist across creative and performing arts, music, design, communication and information technology.

Structure

The Master of Creative Industries is an AQF Level 9 120 unit postgraduate Coursework program. The structure of the Master of Creative Industries allows students to apply for credit to enter into the program by first completing the Graduate Certificate in Creative Industries (40 units) or apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL will be considered for (but is not limited to) studies in advertising design, architecture, design, electronic games, fashion, film, music, performing arts, publishing, radio, television, visual arts. Students admitted to the 80 unit program (with 40 units Credit or RPL) will complete 60 units of core courses and 20 units of directed courses. Students admitted the 120 unit program will complete 60 units of core courses, 40 units of directed courses and 20 units of 6000 level electives.

Subjects

  • Creative industries

Standard entry requirements

  • For admission into the 80-unit program, applicants must have one of the following qualifications or equivalent:Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma
  • Or Bachelor Honours Degree
  • Or Bachelor Degree in a related field plus one year’s relevant work experience
  • Or Diploma or Advanced Diploma plus five years' relevant work experience
  • For admission into the 120-unit program, applicants must have one of the following qualifications or equivalent: Bachelor Degree in a related field
  • Or At least seven years’ relevant work experience. Related fields and relevant work experience includes advertising design, architecture, design, electronic games, fashion, film, music, performing arts, publishing, radio, television, visual arts, or equivalent
  • Work experience can be identified through: certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming your role, duties and period of employment.

Study pathways

Students apply for credit to enter into the program by first completing the Graduate Certificate in Creative Industries (40 units) or apply for Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience in a Discipline area. Discipline areas include but are not limited to: advertising design, architecture, design, electronic games, fashion, film, music, performing arts, publishing, radio, television, visual arts.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Newcastle City Precinct International: $59,955 Yes
  • Full-time : 1.5 years
  • Part-time : 1.5 years
Online International: $59,955 Yes
  • Online/Off-campus : 1.5 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Newcastle City Precinct, Online.

Fees are indicative and subject to variation. Overall program fee may vary based on course selection.

Further information

Evidence of relevant work experience must be detailed through a statement of service and/or portfolio.

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