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Diploma of Communication
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A communication degree that uses the Washington, D.C. Location for internships and media experience.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Communication. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Communication Specialist
- Communication Research Assistant
- Related Entry-Level Professional
Curriculum
- Communication degree with courses such as broadcast writing and delivery
- Public speaking and journalism. Students can publish in the student-run online paper and magazine
- Present at the Student Research Conference
- Take part in faculty-mentored DISCOVER research
- And complete internships in the Washington
- D.C. Media and public affairs scene.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or comparable qualification
- Or two years' relevant work experience
- Some courses add requirements.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or comparable qualification, or two years' relevant work experience (Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma, admission policy effective 2026-10-06); some courses add requirements
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 each component
- TOEFL iBT Not published
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- PTE Academic Not published
- Cambridge Not published
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Secondary school completion certificate
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Communication admission requirements at Deakin University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $42,600 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $10,600 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne Burwood Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts and Education |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 8 |
| Study pace | Flexible,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | Deakin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Diploma of Communication. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
22 Jan 2027
69 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days leftProgram starts
November 2027
Apply by
15 Sept 2027
305 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 22 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $42,600 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $10,600 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 each component, TOEFL iBT Not published, IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), PTE Academic Not published, Cambridge Not published, IELTS Academic 6.5.