Journalism bachelor degree and graduate diploma programs: home

Located in Melbourne, RMIT University’s School of Applied Communication offers some of Australia’s most highly regarded Journalism university qualifications, including a Bachelor’s degree, Graduate Diploma, and a new Masters degree. Our programs are recognised by those working in the news media industry and by journalism academics around the country. As part of their studies, students take part in daily live radio bulletins for community radio, and weekly current affairs programs for community television. In a challenging employment environment, RMIT Journalism graduates have a high success rate. Most students find work in the news media within six months of graduating.

NEW IN 2009: MASTER OF COMMUNICATION IN JOURNALISM

The Master of Communication in Journalism addresses the increasing demand for an industry-specific Master qualification for those practising, or wanting to practise, journalism. The degree is focused on adding research skills to the professional abilities developed in the Graduate Diploma in Journalism . The additional courses build skills of self-directed research and expertise in specific areas of the industry. The Journalism program at RMIT maintains close links with the journalism industry through professional contacts, the Program Advisory Committee and our extensive work placement program.

FUTURE STUDENTS Bachelor of Communication Journalism: program description FAQ, B.Comm Journalism 2009 intake [PDF] QUIZ: Is Journalism for You? [PDF] 新闻学 – 传媒学士 Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) Chinese language information POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS Graduate Diploma in Journalism, program description Master of Communication in Journalism, program description All applicants for the Graduate Diploma and Master of Communication in Journalism must complete these forms: Direct application form Supplementary application form		CURRENT STUDENTS Student Information and Services Enrolment guides, timetables, class bookings, etc. Journalism students survival guide 2008 [PDF 96kb] Scholarships information
NEWS ROAR: Radio Online At RMIT Radio and digital audio work produced by students in the Media, Journalism and Professional Communication programs has a new home online. Class of 2008: The Genuine Article Completely student produced, from the name of the magazine to reporting, designing, editing and illustrating, The Genuine Article is the swan song of Journalism’s Class of 2008. Students capture snapshot of Jewish women’s lives The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia (Vic) and RMIT University’s School of Applied Communication have collaborated on a documentary/digital storytelling project called “Living Memories”. Former Blair advisor on communicating under pressure RMIT’s Caroline van de Pol recently represented the university at a national conference where the former head of communications and strategy for the British Government, Alistair Campbell, spoke about his experiences. China's Chicago: Researchers cast eye on Chongqing Dr Chris Hudson and Dr Chengju Huang have been awarded seed funding from the Global Cities Institute Urban Infrastructure group, for a project entitled: China’s Chicago: Global ideology, urban infrastructure and the transformation of public space in Chongqing.
FURTHER STUDY Bachelor of Communication (Honours), ‘Labsome ’ High performing students can add depth and research experience to their undergraduate degree. Master of Communication by Coursework Research and Publication: Applied Communication For graduates wishing to undertake a sustained research topic as a project or thesis		CONTACT Staff profiles Telephone (61 3) 9925 2262 email journalism@rmit.edu.au International students email appliedcommunication.fio@rmit.edu.au

Calling all Journalism graduates

RMIT is proud of its community of journalism alumni. Many graduates are making their mark in print and electronic media organisations across the world, while others are carving out interesting careers in communications roles in business, government, education and other fields. We would like to stay in touch with these graduates through RMIT Alumni. RMIT graduates are encouraged to register on the on-line Alumni Directory at http://www.alumni.rmit.edu.au (click on "Join the Directory"). Membership is free! Alumni Relations can then help you maintain valuable relationships with other RMIT alumni and the School of Applied Communication by providing:

• special email messages, such as job opportunities RMIT Journalism might be asked to promote to alumni, and opportunities to be involved with RMIT events;
• monthly email newsletters, including alumni profiles, news about alumni achievements, and information for career development and life-long learning;
• networking through online Alumni Directory
• discounts for single courses and short courses at RMIT
• …and more!

Stay connected! Register at http://www.alumni.rmit.edu.au

Enquiries: e-mail alumni@rmit.edu.au