Master of Multimedia Journalism
A 1.5-year coursework master's programme focused on practical newsgathering and multimedia production skills.
Best for:Best for graduates from non-journalism backgrounds seeking to build a professional portfolio in multimedia news production.
Overview
The Master of Multimedia Journalism at Curtin University is a 1.5-year coursework programme designed to equip students with advanced skills in newsgathering and digital media production. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, requiring students to produce content for online, radio, and video platforms while exploring the role of journalism in democracy. Participants engage in work-integrated learning by contributing to the university's news website, Western Independent, and have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as sports or political reporting. The programme also includes training in entrepreneurial journalism to help students promote their work effectively. It is specifically tailored for individuals holding a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field who wish to transition into professional journalism.
What you'll do
- Produce multimedia news content for online, radio, and video platforms.
- Contribute as a reporter to the university's news website, Western Independent.
- Develop specialized reporting skills in areas such as sports or politics.
- Apply entrepreneurial strategies to promote journalistic work.
- Conduct advanced research and interviews for long-form journalism projects.
Requirements
Degree required: 3- or 4-year bachelor's degree in an unrelated field or a Graduate Certificate.
Degree offered: Master of Multimedia Journalism
Language: English proficiency required for university admission.
Instruction: English
- Ability to undertake advanced academic coursework.
- Interest in professional newsgathering and media production.
- Capacity for work-integrated learning in a newsroom environment.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a field other than journalism.
- Applicants with a journalism degree are not eligible.
- Previous Curtin University journalism course graduates are not eligible.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Curtin University course page to review entry requirements and submit their application through the university's portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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