Master of Design by Research in Media and Communication
A research-focused master’s degree exploring media and communication through project-based or thesis modes in a collaborative academic environment.
Best for:Best for graduates with a strong research background in media, communication, or related disciplines who wish to pursue advanced study through independent research projects or a thesis.
Overview
The Master of Design by Research in Media and Communication at RMIT University is designed for students seeking to engage deeply with media and communication research. This programme supports collaborative learning within research communities, allowing candidates to develop proposals aligned with existing academic groups and labs. Students can pursue either a project-based or thesis mode, with the mode determined in consultation with their supervisor. The programme emphasizes social phenomena in learning and encourages interdisciplinary exploration within the creative arts field.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research in media and communication, either through a project-based or thesis mode.
- Develop and refine a research proposal in collaboration with academic supervisors.
- Engage with communities of practice to explore social phenomena in media and communication.
- Present research findings and progress in academic forums or publications.
- Collaborate with existing research groups, centres, and labs within the School of Media and Communication.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree with honours, requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline, including a research component (e.g., thesis, research projects, or methodology courses) comprising at least 25% of a full-time academic year. Alternatively, evidence of equivalent academic qualifications or relevant professional experience demonstrating research potential.
Degree offered: Master of Design by Research
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic research in English-speaking institution)
Instruction: English
- Proven ability to conduct independent research, demonstrated through prior academic research components.
- Strong academic performance, with at least a credit average in the final year of undergraduate studies.
- Ability to develop and articulate a research proposal aligned with academic research groups.
- Familiarity with research methodologies applicable to media and communication studies.
- Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree with honours or equivalent.
- Research component in the bachelor’s degree must constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year.
- Applicants with alternative qualifications or experience may be considered if they demonstrate sufficient research potential.
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Applicants must visit the RMIT University research programmes page to develop their research proposal in consultation with potential supervisors. Submit an application through the university’s official portal, including all required academic documents and a research proposal outline.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (bachelor’s degree and honours component)
- Research proposal outline
- Letters of recommendation (if required)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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