Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced)

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced) provides an introduction to the dynamic field of publishing and communications. This program grasps the foundational editorial principles and methods that can be used across a range of genres and media, complemented by a practical knowledge of electronic editing and publishing for digital media. It develops and refines key research, writing, and critical thinking skills about the aspects of change in the publishing and communications industries.

Course Details

• Course code: GCA-PUBCOM
• Duration: 6 months full-time / 1 year part-time
• Location: On campus (Parkville)
• Intake: March, July
• Fees: AUD $15,488 (2025 indicative first year fee)
  • Note: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

Who is it for?

This course is designed for individuals looking for a study program with an industry focus. The Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced) helps build understanding of how to navigate the changing nature of publishing and communications, using the skills learned to effectively adapt and pursue a successful career.

Related Study Areas

• Arts, humanities, and social sciences
  • Culture and communication

Career Outcomes and Student Experience

The program is structured to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the publishing and communications field, preparing them for various career paths. It also serves as an entry point to an articulated structure of higher degree study, potentially qualifying students for entry to an advanced graduate diploma or master's course in this area.

Acknowledgement

The University acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which they work, learn, and live, paying respect to Elders past, present, and future, and acknowledging the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy.