School of Media and Communication

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School of Media and Communication

The School of Media and Communication delivers creative programs, research and training in media, writing and publishing, and communication.

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Welcome to the School of Media and Communication

Renowned for our strong industry and community connections, we prepare students with work-ready skills and open up collaborative networks for our researchers.

Explore our courses and research across media, writing publishing and communication.

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Our teaching areas

The School of Media and Communication provides programs and courses that support you to launch or advance your career in media, writing and publishing and communication.

Make the most of our industry connections and receive on-site training, pitch real ideas to clients, do a work placement with leading media organisations, or establish skills, experience and contacts in the broader creative industries.

Advertising

Studying advertising at RMIT combines opportunities to work on industry-based projects with your natural curiosity for what makes people tick, or your creativity with words and images.

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Communication and writing

Learn the art of good communication for a range of creative and professional settings.

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Music and audiovisual

At RMIT you can combine your technical and creative talents to study the diverse and thriving field of music and audiovisual production in the heart of a musical, artistic and creative city.

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Screen and media

At RMIT you’ll learn from screen and media experts to build hands-on, practical and creative skills.

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Adam Elliot

Adam Elliot is an Academy Award winning independent animator and visual artist based in Melbourne Australia.

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Robert Connolly

Robert Connolly is an Australian filmmaker best known for the feature films Balibo, Paper Planes and The Bank. In television his credits include The Slap, Barracuda and most recently the political thriller Deep State.

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Sophie Cunningham AM

Sophie Cunningham AM is the author of five books, a former editor of Meanjin and former Chair of the Literature Board of the Australia Council. Sophie is a founding member of the Stella Prize.

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John Hughes

John Hughes’ independent film and video for gallery, broadcast and cinema is formally innovative and research driven. The Films of John Hughes: a history of independent screen production in Australia (Cumming, 2014) is published by ATOM.

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Industry

The School of Media and Communication cultivates rewarding relationships with industry, cultural and community partners. We work with you on collaborative projects, workforce development and research.

We have close connections with major broadcasters such as the ABC which helps you prepare for a dynamic career. We also offer partnerships with corporate, government and community partners, internships and work-integrated learning.

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A state of the art media precinct

When you study with RMIT, you have access to world-class studio facilities and a dedicated media precinct. You’ll also learn from and work alongside professional journalists and industry leaders who can guide you on your way to becoming a communication professional.

Learn from the best, work with the best.

Research

The School of Media and Communication is home to a vibrant community of renowned practitioners, theorists, thinkers.

About research

By innovatively blending critical theory and media-relevant practice, our research stands out for its disciplinary diversity as well as its capacity to engage with real world partners and the challenges they face.

Research Centres and Groups

The dynamic research culture in the School of Media and Communication is actively supported by our centres and groups.

Postgraduate study

The School of Media & Communication enables postgraduate students to pursue their research and creative interests and extend their critical skills under the guidance of dedicated academic supervisors.

Research projects

Research projects in the School of Media and Communication are multidisciplinary, blending critical theory and media-relevant practice.

Our achievements

In the 2021 QS Rankings by Subject Communications and Media Studies was ranked 3rd in Australia and remained in the top 50 globally, moving up three places.

In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) ranking, RMIT was judged to be well above world standard (5) for the field of Communication and Media studies and above world standard (4) for the field of Cultural Studies and Design Practice and Management, reinforcing our dedication and expertise in these areas. RMIT was also judged to be at world standard (3) for the fields of Film, Television, and Performing Arts and Creative Writing.

News

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Using your favourite song as an alarm can help you wake up more alert: research

Health

08 Apr 2021

New research shows waking up to your favourite song can help overcome snooze blues.

Why Google is now funnelling millions into media outlets, as Facebook pulls news for Australia

Society and Environment

18 Feb 2021

As Facebook pulls Australian news content from its platform, Google is funnelling millions into media outlets. Dr James Meese explains.

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COVID-19 cast a harsh light on the digital divide of Australian art galleries

Art, Design and Culture

16 Feb 2021

New research shows how Australian galleries and museums weathered the demand for digital services during COVID in 2020, revealing stark, yet unsurprising institutional inequalities across the sector.

Culturally diverse students changing the face of Australian media

Society and Environment

02 Feb 2021

Two RMIT students are set to gain invaluable experience as part of a new pilot ABC traineeship for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) students.

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Ranked #1 everywhere

Our courses span creative writing, screen and media, journalism and more

Flexible study

Depending on your course, you can take classes on campus or online

Excellent facilities

Learn on professional equipment and take advantage of our state of the art media precinct

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Acknowledgement of country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business. - Artwork created by Louisa Bloomer

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