Program Overview

Program Details

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) offers a Master of Strategic Communication program, which will be phased out and discontinued from 2025.

Program Overview

Students enrolled in the program will need to complete their subjects by the last date of offer and complete their degree by Spring 2026. A subject availability table is provided to help students plan their 2025 enrolment.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What should I do now?
  1. Refer to the course's subject availability table to plan 2025 enrolment.
  2. Enrol into required subjects through MyStudentAdmin, checking the UTS Principal Dates for deadlines.
• Do I have to move to the new course? No, students can remain in their current course and graduate as per the normal process. However, some subjects from the new course may be available, and students can view changes on the subject availability table.
• Can I choose an elective from another faculty? Yes, but students must submit an eRequest to seek approval from the School, ensuring the elective is an 8-credit-point, postgraduate-level subject.
• Can I graduate earlier with a Graduate Diploma? Yes, students enrolled in the Master's course can apply to graduate earlier with a Graduate Diploma, which is articulated to this course. They should apply for a course transfer (graduating) within the stated deadlines.
• What if I can't complete my course by the specified deadline? Students who have not completed the course by the phasing out deadline will be managed on a case-by-case basis by a School Responsible Academic Officer (RAO), who will provide advice on alternative arrangements.
• Can I apply to undertake concurrent study at another institution? Yes, current UTS students may be eligible to apply for concurrent study at another institution or a non-UTS Global Exchange or UTS Global Short Programs partner for academic credit within their UTS degree.

Program Structure

The Master of Strategic Communication program includes the following related courses:

• C04385 Master of Strategic Communication
• C04394 Master of Media Practice and Industry
• C04410 Master of Strategic Communication (Extension)
• C04411 Master of Media Practice and Industry (Extension)
• C06129 Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication
• C11289 Graduate Certificate in Media Practice and Industry

Support and Inquiries

All inquiries should be directed to the UTS Student Centre, which can escalate issues to the School if required. Online enquiries can be submitted via Ask UTS.