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ARTS, HUMANTIES SOCIAL SCIENCES AND PERFORMING ARTS 2022 GRADUATE COURSE GUIDE
STUDY AT MONASH –
AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST
UNIVERSITY
If you love big ideas, vibrant cities and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, you belong at Monash Arts.
Monash University is ranked in the top 100% of universities Based in Australia’s most culturally diverse city, you’ll meet
worldwide. It spans multiple campuses in Melbourne and people from more than 200 countries who call Melbourne
is the largest university in Australia with more international home. Melbourne is a safe, vibrant and welcoming city with
campuses than any other Australian university. It’s dedicated a proud multicultural history.
to transcending traditional boundaries and achieving an
Melbourne is also marked as a UNESCO City of Literature
impact on communities worldwide. Studying at
and features a year-round program of celebrated festivals
Monash offers the opportunity to be a part of
and events at its leading institutions and regional
Australia’s largest university network with access
attractions. Get ready to find your tribe within Australia’s
to scholars at the forefront of their field around
largest student network and explore Melbourne’s ever
the world.
expanding arts scene, packed with galleries, independent
cinemas, cafés, bars and live music venues.
For full details on all our graduate study
programs 8 monash.edu/arts/
graduate-coursework
MELBOURNE
Ranked top 1% Ranked Australia’s UNESCO
of best student most liveable city City of
cities in the world for over 10 years Literature
QS World University Rankings 2019 Economist Intelligence Unit
The Monash Arts experience
Your success starts here 2
Flexibility 3
Industry engagement 4
Exceptional facilities and flexability 5
Ready to go global? 6
MONASH UNIVERSITY IS Embrace immersive learning 7
RANKED Our programs
Master of Applied Linguistics 10
• 55th in the world 1 Master of Bioethics
Master of Communications
12
• 66th in the world for and Media Studies 14
Master of Cultural and
graduate employability 2 Creative Industries 16
Master of Environment
1. QS World University Rankings 2021
2. QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020 and Sustainability 18
Graduate Certificate of
Family Violence Prevention 20
Graduate Diploma of
Family Violence Prevention 21
Graduate Certificate of Gender,
Peace and Security 22
Master of International
Development Practice 24
Master of International Relations 26
Master of International Sustainable
Tourism Management 28
Master of Interpreting and
Translation Studies 30
Master of Journalism 32
Master of Public Policy 34
Master of Strategic
Communications Management 36
Bachelor’s/Master’s program 38
Graduate research degrees 40
Important information
Eligibility, FAQs and fees 41
Location
Duration
Intakes
Note: The entry requirements listed in the Fast Facts are
for domestic students only. Please visit 8 monash.edu/
study for detailed entry requirements.
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YOUR SUCCESS
STARTS HERE
TAILORED MASTER’S ACCELERATED INTERNATIONAL
If you’re enrolled in a 96-point (2 years full- 1 YEAR MASTER’S REPUTATION
time) program, you can tailor your course to If you’re eligible to enrol in a 72-point Monash graduates are recognised and
suit your needs, by taking up to 24 credit points (1.5 years full-time) program, you may also in demand across the world. Increase
of complementary electives from any other have the option of completing the course via your global opportunities with a truly
Arts coursework Master’s degree. intensive mode over a 10-month period. international university.
FIELD SCHOOLS PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
AND STUDY TOURS INTERNSHIPS OPPORTUNITIES
Practical, on-the-ground experience both Available via a list of 400+ providers, Develop your leadership skills and take
in Australia and abroad. These unique you’ll have the chance to work within an advantage of professional development
learning experiences will inspire you organisation either locally or internationally. workshops in the Arts Graduate
throughout your career. Leadership Program.
WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES LEARN FROM THE BEST RESEARCH PATHWAYS
Our industry-standard Media Lab, Our world-renowned academics are committed If you’re a high-achieving student you may
newly redeveloped libraries with more than to providing you with the skills, experience and seek permission to undertake a research
1.5 million items and contemporary study connections you need to succeed and thrive. thesis, as prerequisite for future enrolment in
spaces, the latest in teaching technologies and a Higher Degree by Research such as a PhD.
dedicated graduate student lounges will provide
you with the resources and skills needed in
today’s digital economy.
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FLEXIBILITY
All our master’s programs are available as 100 per cent coursework, or in combination
with research and internship units. You can tailor your course to suit your interests and career
needs, whether you come with some background in the field, or if you’re new to the area.
Depending on your previous experience, you may have the option Discipline elective units
to complete your course in one, one-and-a-half or two years if you’re You’ll have the opportunity to select from a range of units
studying full-time. related to the field that best meets your own study interests
Most courses are made up of a series of different types of units: and career aspirations.
Foundation units Complementary elective units
You’ll take these if your previous qualification is not in a related field, Available to students completing the two-year option, these
or if you wish to take a longer program of study. These units provide selected complementary elective units can be taken from any
you with an orientation to the field of studies at graduate level. of the master’s by coursework degrees offered in the Faculty.
Core master units Research units
Taken by all students, these will equip you with specialist knowledge This option allows you to complete a minor that can enable you
related to the field. to pathway through to a PhD program if you wish.
Capstone units Professional enhancement units
Designed to allow you to demonstrate what you’ve learnt, and apply the Designed in association with industry experts, select from this
skills you’ve acquired – for example, via an internship, research project suite of professional enhancement offerings to build essential
or global field school. competencies for your career pathway – for example, the
opportunity to be matched with an industry mentor.
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PROFESSIONAL ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAM
Monash Arts’ Professional Enhancement Program is tailor-made to equip graduate coursework
students with career planning support and professional skills development.
Industry-informed modules Shape your professional profile
Our graduate coursework students undertake specially designed modules You’ll select from a range of modules to shape your future professional
to develop essential transferable skills. These modules have been profile, including:
developed in collaboration with the Monash Arts Industry Advisory Board, • Data analytics fundamentals
industry leaders and outstanding Monash Arts alumni working at the top • Applied critical thinking
of their game across a range of fields and disciplines. • Applied research design
• Project planning
Develop your career plan • Communicating for impact
Each student undertaking the Professional Enhancement Program works
• Innovation in the workplace
with experts to create a professional development and career plan,
• Resilient leadership and EQ
including short and long term career goals and informed action steps.
Learn from outstanding alumni
Professional Enhancement Program participants have direct access
to exceptional Monash Arts alumni through lectures and mentoring
opportunities. You’ll gain advice and insight on career success from
leaders in a diverse range of fields, helping you make strategic choices
about your professional future.
INDUSTRY
ENGAGEMENT
Engagement with industry is at the heart of all Monash courses, and we’re committed to
delivering industry-relevant programs to ensure strong graduate outcomes for our students.
Course advisory panels Learn from leading practitioners
All of our graduate coursework programs are informed by industry-based Our highly-regarded academic faculty comprises some of the world’s
advisory boards, where leaders from government, corporate, cultural leading and most active arts and humanities minds. You’ll also have
and not-for-profit sectors contribute to our program content, ensuring we the opportunity to learn directly from industry experts and practitioners
deliver cutting-edge programs which not only address the current needs who’ve risen to the top of their own profession, and who are passionate
of industry, but also look to solve future challenges. about passing their knowledge and experience on to a new generation
of leaders.
Internships, fieldwork and experiential learning
Monash is committed to providing you with the best possible opportunity Monash’s teaching staff are widely sought-after by industry, government
to apply academic theory to real-world situations through our accredited and the media for their input into everything from bioethical questions to
internship and fieldwork programs. These programs offer you the chance matters of international politics and diplomacy. They combine world-class
to either work within an organisation or carry out fieldwork and research research with robust industry networks to ensure you graduate with
both locally and internationally for a period of between four weeks and both the conceptual and practical skills necessary for a sustained and
a full semester. successful career.
We see this as a crucial component of a well-rounded education, which
will enable you to better understand workplace culture, to actively engage
in the application of concepts, and to develop networks and connections
which can assist you in establishing your career.
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I started my master’s because
I wanted to learn how to support
the social infrastructure of a
community, especially those that
are most vulnerable to climate
change. I want to keep building on
my master’s and my business to
provide a platform for bringing people
together that is beneficial to the
whole community.”
LUCIA PALAMI
Master of International Sustainable
Tourism Management student
Owner, Yellow Doors Hostel, Tacloban
Read Lucia’s story by
scanning the code or
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course/A6012
EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES
AND FLEXIBILITY
As Australia’s largest university, Monash offers students access to world-class facilities
and alternative study opportunities.
Learning and Teaching Building Monash Media Lab
The new impressive Learning and Teaching Building at our Clayton The Media Lab at our Caulfield campus offers Monash students
campus comprises four levels and includes more than 60 formal and unrivalled access to teaching and industry-standard production facilities
informal learning and teaching spaces. The innovative, contemporary that are among the most sophisticated in the country.
design combines advanced technologies with spaces that have been
designed to provide an outstanding student-centred learning experience. Combine on-campus learning with
flexible online study
Australia’s foremost libraries Most of our graduate coursework programs offer you the opportunity
Sir Louis Matheson Library at Clayton and Caulfield Library are home to combine your on-campus experience with online access, so that you
to flexible study and teaching spaces, advanced technologies, in-house can fit your studies around your work, family and other life commitments.
cafés, contemporary and inspiring study areas and greater access to the Many programs offer evening classes and full online subjects to give
University’s special collections. you the flexibility you need to advance your qualifications whilst pursuing
your career.
Founded in 1964, the Matheson Library is noted as one of Australia’s
foremost humanities libraries. The Caulfield Library is an important
resource centre for the humanities as well as art, design and architecture,
business and economics, information technology and health sciences.
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International destinations
within our graduate programs
AMERICAS
READY TO GO GLOBAL?
Chile
• Public Policy
With campuses and partner organisations around the world,
Washington Monash offers a truly global study experience.
• International Relations
New York Not only does a Monash education give you A ‘Group of Eight’ University
• Communications and Media Studies the opportunity to undertake international Monash is a member of the Group of Eight,
• Journalism exchanges and internships, but our community an alliance of leading Australian universities
of world-class academic staff and our recognised for their excellence in teaching,
• Strategic Communications Management
international student cohort ensure you’ll learning, research and graduate outcomes.
open your mind to a world of possibilities and
EUROPE perspectives through your studies. Group of Eight universities produce graduates
Germany who find full-time employment sooner and
• International Sustainable A world-leading university begin on higher salaries than graduates from
Tourism Management Monash has achieved an enviable national other Australian universities.
Italy and international reputation for research and You can be assured you’re on the right path.
• International Development Practice teaching excellence in 50 years. Our research is helping to change the world,
• Interpreting and Translation Studies and that means when you study with us, you
According to the Times Higher Education
Estonia World University Rankings 2019 – 2020, might change it too.
• International Sustainable
we’re ranked:
Tourism Management
• in the top 1 per cent of world universities
An internationally-respected
UK
• no.29 in the World’s Most International
qualification
• International Relations Our global credentials, world-class research
Universities in 2020.
France reputation and international connections ensure
• Interpreting and Translation Studies that your Monash degree can open doors the
Belgium world over. Our graduates have been employed
• Interpreting and Translation Studies with government, non-government and private
sector organisations worldwide.
ASIA
Shanghai
• Communications and Media Studies
• Cultural and Creative Industries
• Interpreting and Translation Studies
• International Relations
• Strategic Communications Management
Hong Kong
• Communications and Media Studies
• International Relations
• Journalism
• Strategic Communications Management
Japan
• Interpreting and Translation Studies
Sri Lanka
• International Development Practice
• Environment and Sustainability
India
• Communications and Media Studies
Indonesia
• Communications and Media Studies
Malaysia
• International Relations
• International Development Practice
• Communications and Media Studies
Fiji
• International Development Practice
• International Sustainable
Tourism Management
INTERNATIONAL CAMPUSES
• Malaysia
• Prato Centre, Italy
• Suzhuo
• Indonesia
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EMBRACE
IMMERSIVE LEARNING
All Monash Arts graduate coursework programs offer
you the opportunity to undertake international internships
or attend global field schools to give you practical,
real-world experience within your specialised field.
We provide overseas study and international Monash Abroad
immersion experiences for more students than The Monash Abroad travel grant has made
any other university in Australia. studying overseas more accessible than ever.
Whether it’s understanding a new wave of All Monash students are eligible to apply
cultural innovation through Shanghai’s city lab; for a grant through which the University will
helping to build sustainable tourism models in contribute to the cost of international education
developing economies like Estonia or Fiji; or experiences and exchanges.
investigating the way traditional media outlets 8m
onash.edu/study-abroad
are adapting to change in New York City, our
international study opportunities provide you
with unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences
which will help to shape your worldview and
your career.
Immersing ourselves in industry
through field trips was such an
important part of the course, especially
because they involved meeting
fantastic professionals in their place
of work.
The trips were so far-flung – we went
everywhere from Fiji, to Latvia, to the
Great Ocean Road. These kinds of
immersive experiences helped me gain
a practical, first-hand understanding
of how different destinations are
tackling tourism challenges.”
CHRISTIE SUTHERLAND
Master of International Sustainable Tourism Management (2019)
Operations Supervisor, G Adventures
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scanning the code or
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course/A6012
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I want work that will sustain my spirit.
Creative, open and honest expression
is at the heart of everything I do, and
it’s the reason I decided to take up
postgraduate study.
I didn’t want to start in the industry from
the bottom – I wanted to start at a
strategic, policy-making level. This degree
empowered me to think big and see
the industry as a whole rather than an
archipelago of different projects.”
BRODY TURNER
Master of Creative and Cultural Industries (2018)
Safeguarding, Consent and Inclusion Coordinator,
Stratton Oakmont Productions, London
Discover Brody’s story by scanning the code
or 8 monash.edu/study/course/A6004
8OUR PROGRAMS
Master of Graduate Certificate of Master of Master of Graduate Certificate of
Applied Applied Bioethics Communications Communications
Linguistics Linguistics and Media and Media
Studies Studies
See page 10. See page 10. See page 12. See page 14. See page 14.
Master of Master of Graduate Certificate of Graduate Diploma of Graduate Certificate of
Cultural and Environment Family Violence Family Violence Gender, Peace
Creative and Prevention Prevention and Security
Industries Sustainability
See page 16. See page 18. See page 20. See page 21. See page 22.
Master of Graduate Certificate of Master of Graduate Certificate of Master of
International International International International International
Development Development Relations + Relations Sustainable
Practice Practice Master of International Tourism
Relations (double Master’s Management
with Shanghai Jiao Tong
University),Master of
International Relations and
Master of Journalism.
See page 24. See page 24. See page 26. See page 26. See page 28.
Graduate Certificate of Master of Master of Graduate Certificate of Master of
International Interpreting Journalism Journalism Public
Sustainable and Translation + Policy
Tourism Studies+ Double Master’s with
University of Warwick.
Management Master of Interpreting
and Translation Studies
(double Master’s in France,
Italy and Japan).
See page 28. See page 30. See page 32. See page 32. See page 34.
Graduate Certificate of Master of Graduate Certificate of Graduate Research Graduate Research
degree degree
Public Strategic Strategic
Policy Communications Communications Master of Arts PhD (Arts)
Management + Management
Master of Strategic
Communications
Management (double
Master’s with Shanghai
Jiao Tong University)
See page 34. See page 36. See page 36. See page 40. See page 40.
9Master of
Clayton,
On campus and online
Combine flexible study options to best
APPLIED LINGUISTICS
suit your requirements, and study from
anywhere in the world. On campus
Become an advanced specialist in one of the most powerful communication tools
and online we have, with Monash’s highly-regarded Master of Applied Linguistics.
1 to 2 years full-time A true qualification for the 21st century, Our Applied Linguistics program has a proud
2 to 4 years part-time applied linguistics is increasingly recognised reputation for excellence in the field, and this
Students with relevant qualifications for its ability to solve language-related problems is reflected in strong workplace opportunities
may be eligible for credit to complete
the course in 1 to 1.5 years full-time. in an increasingly multilingual and globalised for graduates. An understanding of linguistics in
world. With globalisation and significant a global landscape is highly-regarded in industry,
February and July technological disruption in recent years, the particularly where skills in solving language related
demand for English language experts, teachers problems are required to optimise communication.
CAREER OPTIONS and intercultural communicators has significantly Monash graduates have found employment in
• English teacher increased. As a professional at the forefront government, non-government and private sector
• English as a second language of this field, your knowledge of how language organisations both in Australia and internationally.
(ESL) teacher works and how it can be used across a broad
Our alumni hold positions in organisations
• Editor range of scenarios will be highly valued in the
as varied as:
• Languages Other Than English workplace – opening doors to a successful
(LOTE) teacher • universities and schools
and rewarding career.
• journalism
• Policy advisor
• Information technology Adapt the course to suit your needs • the information technology sector
You’ll complete core units that explore how language • the health sector
variation comes to bear on communication across • marketing, communications and public relations
CRICOS CODE: 082651G
cultures, and how we use language differently • banking.
according to context and across social groups.
Industry connections
You’ll develop skills in language analysis and
and internships
be able to apply small practice-based research
Our academic teaching staff members are
projects within your own professional context
Further information: innovative researchers and established industry
as part of the assessment process.
monash.edu/study/course/A6001 professionals who are committed to creating a
Elective units give you the option of exploring supportive learning environment within which
Course structure and unit offerings:
areas such as discourse analysis, intercultural students from all backgrounds can thrive.
handbook.monash.edu/2021/
communication and teaching global languages. They understand that application of linguistic
courses/A6001
knowledge to professional contexts is at the
How will the course help heart of the curriculum in the Master of Applied
advance your career? Linguistics. You’ll have the opportunity to
The Master of Applied Linguistics will allow you regularly engage with real-world case studies and
to develop as a leader in your field. You’ll gain a practical problem-solving as part of your studies.
critical understanding of theoretical and practical There’s also an extensive fortnightly seminar
issues relating to applied linguistics, including series where you can engage with guest lecturers
foreign language acquisition, language teaching, from industry and other universities.
language contact and intercultural communication
We also support students doing an internship as
and digital language. Throughout the course you’ll
part of the course – giving you genuine hands‑on
have opportunities to develop your own interests
experience within industry. High‑achieving students
within applied linguistics and to apply your
may also have the freedom to devise their own
developing knowledge to professional contexts.
internship or research project which may be
undertaken locally or internationally.
LEARN FROM THE BEST HEAR FROM OUR GRADUATES
Dr Howard Manns Rebecca Swain
Program Director Graduate Head of Learning – English,
Dr Manns’ primary research interest is language Carey Baptist Grammar School
variation and change, and the impact of this change “The course has made me a better English teacher as I now have a better
on speakers and communities. His current work understanding of languages and how languages are learnt and developed in young
focuses on the Australian deaf‑blind community, people. It has also meant that I’m able to develop as a leader in the VCE English
Australian English, Indonesian youth language curriculum. The flexible learning environment at Monash enabled me to
and the development of intercultural competence. continue teaching full-time whilst studying.”
10COURSE STRUCTURE
1-YEAR 1.5-YEAR 2-YEAR
Entry with honours degree Entry with a previous qualification Entry with a previous qualification
in a related field* in a related field* in any field*
Option 1: • Language and multilingual societies Complete all 1.5 year units
• Language and multilingual societies • Language and intercultural
• Language and intercultural communication • Your choice of electives
communication • Research methods in applied linguistics (2-3 units up to 18 points)
• Research methods in applied linguistics • Second language acquisition • An additional professional
• Second language acquisition or • English grammar, pedagogy and use enhancement unit (6 points)
English grammar, pedagogy and use • Your choice of electives
• One elective (6 points) (2-3 units up to 18 points)
• One capstone unit • One professional enhancement unit
(6 points)
• One capstone unit
Option 2:
• Language and multilingual societies
• Research methods in applied linguistics
• Second language acquisition
• English grammar, pedagogy and use
• One elective (6 points)
• One capstone unit
*or equivalent qualification or experience approved by the Faculty.
ELECTIVE UNITS Flexible online
Tailor your studies to your career direction by selecting elective units ranging from Digital language, study available
through to Curriculum design & innovation in TESOL, and Bi/multilingualism to name a few. The Master of Applied Linguistics is
available either entirely on-campus,
RESEARCH PATHWAY
entirely online, or as a combination of
High achieving students interested in pursuing a graduate research degree, (PhD), may apply
both study modes. This provides you
to undertake a research thesis.
with the flexibility to fit study around
your work or life commitments, and also
CAPSTONE OPPORTUNITIES ensures that you can access the program
• Advanced simulation • Professional internship • Research project from anywhere in the world.
TEST A MASTER’S DEGREE WITH A GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
GRADUATE In a one year part-time mode, the graduate certificate provides you with a foundation in applied
CERTIFICATE linguistics by allowing you to sample several of the Master’s units on offer.
OPTION Sucessful completion can provide credit and entry into the Master’s degree.
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We live in a fast-paced, digital, multilingual and multi-dialectal world where language
professionals are needed now more than ever. We challenge our students in the Monash
MAppLing to be the change-makers the world needs.
We invite our students to collaborate with us in interpreting existing knowledge about
language, and society, and to create new and insightful knowledge. I’m always impressed
by who our students are when they arrive, but I’m proudly in awe of them as they head
off to new and exciting things or to return to their existing jobs with new insights.
DR HOWARD MANNS
Program Director
11Master of
Clayton,
On campas and online
Combine flexible study options to best
BIOETHICS
suit your requirements, and study from
anywhere in the world.
Revolutionary developments in biological and health sciences and technology are
1 to 2 years full-time
increasingly raising crucial ethical questions. The Master of Bioethics prepares students
2 to 4 years part-time with the ability to provide well-informed analysis of these issues that are relevant to
Students with relevant qualifications
both individuals and society as a whole.
may be eligible for credit to complete
the course in 1 to 1.5 years full-time. The program is especially designed for health How will the course help
professionals, scientists and those involved in advance your career?
February and July public policy. Bioethics is something that Monash A key strength of our program is its provision of
is famous for – and the Master of Bioethics is a solid philosophical grounding, which is crucial
CAREER OPTIONS widely acknowledged to be one of the world’s to doing bioethics well. This means you’ll develop
• Clinical ethics and research most innovative and highly‑respected programs. stronger analytical skills, be able to think through
ethics within hospitals and You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert issues more clearly, and be confident that your
health care facilities staff with international reputations for teaching decisions and views regarding ethical issues are
• Public policy development and research in bioethics. As leaders in the field, well-informed.
• State guardianship boards our academics are active and prominent
• Disability advocacy contributors to public debate and their industry The Master of Bioethics will help you to develop
• Tertiary teaching of ethics insights will help you to navigate your own a deeper understanding of ethical frameworks and
within the heath care profession career path. their application to real-world issues. You’ll also
gain familiarity with newly‑emerging controversies
CRICOS CODE: 082652G
About the Monash Bioethics Centre surrounding the latest developments in science
The Master of Bioethics is offered by the Monash and technology – and with current policies and
Bioethics Centre, which was established by practices in clinical and research ethics.
Professor Peter Singer in 1980 as Australia’s You’ll be taught by staff who are internationally
first research centre devoted to bioethics. renowned for their bioethics research and
The centre is renowned as a world leader in teaching, and who are active and prominent
Further information: research, industry engagement and education contributors to public debate on a wide variety
monash.edu/study/course/A6002 offerings. In 2014 it was designated as a of issues in bioethics.
World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating
Course structure and unit offerings:
handbook.monash.edu/2021/
Centre for Bioethics, of which there are only a Internships
handful worldwide. Thanks to our exceptional industry connections
courses/A6002
with the World Health Organisation and other
Industry connections esteemed organisations it may also be possible
? Our connections with industry at an international via the Monash Arts WIL (Work Integrated
DID YOU KNOW? and local level include a wide variety of Learning) team.
Flexible online study available organisations such as Médecins Sans Frontières
The Master of Bioethics is available (Doctors Without Borders), The Alfred hospital Where can the course take you?
either entirely in flexible mode, entirely (Melbourne), International Association of Bioethics, Master of Bioethics graduates go on to influence
online, or as a combination of both Virtues Across the Continents Network, Murdoch policy development and ethical practices at a wide
study modes. This provides you with Children’s Research Institute and Victorian Clinical range of influential organisations such as leading
the flexibility to fit study around your Genetic Services. teaching hospitals, professional associations,
work or life commitments and also governmental bodies and NGOs.
ensures that you can access the Who is the program suited to?
program from anywhere in the world. The course attracts students from a wide range
of backgrounds and professions. Knowledge of
ethics or philosophy isn’t essential and the course
can be tailored to suit your specific industry and
career focus. It’s particularly well‑suited to the
following groups:
• health care professionals, doctors and
scientists who face complex ethical issues
in their working lives
• those involved in the formulation of
public policy
• legal professionals aiming to develop or refine
specialised knowledge
• journalists, media commentators and public
policy advocates
• philosophy graduates with an interest in further
study of bioethics
• anyone interested in bioethical issues
of public concern.
12COURSE STRUCTURE
1-YEAR 1.5-YEAR 2-YEAR
Entry with honours degree Entry with a previous qualification Entry with a previous qualification
in a related field* in a related field* in any field*
• Ethical theory Complete all 1-year units Complete all 1-year units
• Ethical of life and death
• Your choice of discipline elective • Your choice of additional Complete all 1.5-year units
(1-2 units up to 12-credit points) discipline electives
(1-2 units up to 12-credit points)
Your choice of additional electives
One capstone unit from: • An additional capstone unit (2-4 units up to 24-credit points)
• Advanced simulation
• Bioethics, public policy, and the law
• Bioethics in action
• Professional internship
• Research project
*or equivalent qualification or experience approved by the Faculty.
ELECTIVE UNITS RESEARCH PATHWAY
Pursue your personal interests and career High achieving students interested in pursuing
aspirations by taking advantage of the range of a graduate research degree (PhD), may apply
elective units available to you, some including: to undertake a research thesis.
• Clinical ethics
• Ethical issues in human genomics
• Health, illness and disease
• Public health ethics
• Research ethics
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Professor Catherine Mills Professor Justin Oakley
Director, Monash Bioethics Centre Program Director, Master of Bioethics
Professor Mills’ world-leading research addresses ethical issues Professor Oakley is a globally respected academic authority in
in human reproduction, especially from the perspective of how new bioethics. In addition to publishing two books, Morality and the
reproductive technologies impact on women. The author of several Emotions and Virtue Ethics and Professional Roles, he has published
books, as well as numerous articles and book chapters, Professor articles in international journals on topics including the ethics of
Mills is recognised as an esteemed expert on debates clinical trials, informed consent, surrogate motherhood, surgeon
on biopolitics, feminist philosophy and Continental philosophy. report cards, whistle blowing and reproductive cloning.
As the leader of the Reproductive Biomedicine and Technology group, While conducting world-leading research, he also serves as the
Professor Mills’ current research projects examine ethical, social co-editor of the quarterly refereed journal Monash Bioethics Review.
and regulatory issues related to non-invasive prenatal testing and
the use of genomics to prevent mitochondrial diseases. She is also
part of a project on commercial influences within the IVF industry.
The great thing about bioethics is that it’s interesting, it’s important and
it’s relevant. We cover traditional topics in bioethics, and we also address
very contemporary issues, like emerging technologies including genetic
technologies and biotechnology.”
PROFESSOR MICHAEL SELGELID
Monash Bioethics Centre
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13Master of
Caulfield, On Campus
COMMUNICATIONS
AND MEDIA STUDIES
1 to 2 years full-time
2 to 4 years part-time
Students with relevant qualifications may
be eligible for credits to complete the
course in 1 to 1.5 years full‑time equivalent.
Play a leading role as a communicator in the digital economy with our renowned
February, July and October Master of Communications and Media Studies.
CAREER OPTIONS The last decade has seen unprecedented changes With broad electives available the course will give
Policy, research and consultation in communications and media content, technology you a dynamic understanding of the technological,
• Digital and social and policy – with wide-ranging implications for cultural, economic and social changes sweeping
media engagement business, politics, public policy and everyday life. our world. Our breadth of subject offerings is
• Media and content production As the innovation agenda sweeps through our indicative of the broad employment opportunities
• Media advising and social, political and economic lives, this course available. This diversity is further reflected in
public relations provides you with the skills to take a leadership our graduates’ employment destinations, with
• Communications and role in the new economy and converging media. our alumni holding roles in influential global
stakeholder relations organisations such as:
Housed within our innovative School of Media,
• Media planning and buying Film and Journalism, the program makes full use • Telstra
of the professional experience and networks of • SCTV, Jakarta, Indonesia
CRICOS CODE: 082653F teaching staff. Hands-on skill development in • Time Out Beijing
project management, media research and media • Victorian Department of Human Services
production - including opportunities to choose • Pacific Brands
units taught in the industry-standard Monash • BBC Worldwide
Media Lab - is complemented by a rigorous • CNN International Ltd, London.
academic grounding which will provide you with
Further information: the conceptual framework for critical decision Industry connections
monash.edu/study/course/A6003 making throughout your career. and internships
Course structure and unit offerings: The course provides you with the option of
handbook.monash.edu/2021/
Who is the program suited to?
undertaking a Communications Industry
courses/A6003 The course is designed for students working,
Internship subject where you can apply your
or looking to work, in the communications and
skills in real-work situations. Recent partners
media industries, including media research,
who’ve supported Monash interns include
organisational and strategic communication,
Shandong Television (SDTV), the United Nations
policy formulation and public relations.
A truly international in New York (Department of Public Information),
The course aims to develop graduates who are
experience Greta Donaldson Publicity, Slattery Media,
able to take initiative and embrace leadership
Mango Communications and the Department
The Master of Communications in this rapidly-changing environment – whether
of Broadband, Communications and the Digital
and Media Studies offers you a in business, politics, public administration,
Economy. The program also offers structured,
thoroughly international study non‑government organisations or everyday life.
assessed field trips to media industries, with
experience – from the curriculum
How will the course help some previous destinations including Melbourne,
through to the classroom and then on
Sydney and Shanghai.
to field experiences in cities such as advance your career?
Shanghai. With a broad international The Master of Communications and Media Excursions and guest lectures help to provide
cohort, you’ll be able to draw on the Studies will prepare you for an exciting career further industry-based learning opportunities
global media experiences of your in a range of industries. You’ll graduate with – where you’ll hear directly from leading
peers to learn first-hand experiences advanced written, communication and analytical practitioners in the field. In previous years, these
of how communications is helping skills and a thorough understanding of the place organisations have included the AudioBoom, Seek,
to revolutionise global cultural of communications and media in politics, public Southern Cross Austereo, Channel 10, Australian
movements such as #MeToo and policy and business. The strong academic and Broadcasting Corporation, Fairfax Media, News
Black Lives Matter. research focus of the course will empower you Ltd, Essential Communications Media, Fox
with the intellectual confidence to succeed within Studios, GetUp, and the Department of Broadband,
a competitive industry environment. Communications and the Digital Economy.
14COURSE STRUCTURE
1-YEAR 1.5-YEAR 2-YEAR
Entry with honours degree Entry with a previous qualification Entry with a previous qualification
in a related field* in a related field* in any field*
Complete your choice of four units Complete all 1-year units Complete all 1-year units
from the following:
• Digital cultures and platforms • Your choice of additional electives Complete all 1.5-year units
• Digital technology, policy and (2-3 units up to 18 points)
governance • One professional enhancement unit • Principles of global media
• Global media industries (6 points) and communications
• Media and social change
• Doing media and
• Understanding media audiences
communications research
• An additional professional
Your choice of discipline electives enhancement unit (6 points)
(1-2 units up to 12 points) • An additional elective unit (6 points)
One capstone unit from:
• Professional internship DISCIPLINE ELECTIVE UNITS Our industry connections
• Industry project Tailor your studies to your career direction by can advance your career
• Media and communications field trip selecting elective unit from across specialist Monash has strong connections with
• Advanced simulation disciplines in: influential organisations such as News
• Research portfolio • Data automation and AI Ltd, Fairfax, Channel 9 News, the
• Communications research project • Design and creative practice for media and ABC’s Q&A, The Drum, Lateline, Triple
• Research project communication J and Radio National, Essential Media
• Governance, policy and leadership Communications, Foxtel, Nova radio,
*or equivalent qualification or experience approved by the Faculty. • Journalism practice GetUp, Centre for Policy Development
• Screen and cultural industries Channel 10 and Southern Cross
• Social change and impact. Austereo. These connections not only
provide internship opportunities, they
RESEARCH PATHWAY also help to increase the visibility of our
High achieving students interested in pursuing graduates within industry and contribute
a graduate research degree (PhD), may apply to strong employability after graduation.
to undertake a research thesis.
TEST A MASTER’S DEGREE WITH A GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
GRADUATE In as short as six months, the graduate certificate provides you with a foundation in communications
CERTIFICATE and media studies by allowing you to sample several of the Master’s units on offer.
OPTION Sucessful completion can provide credit and entry into the Master’s degree. Find out more at
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LEARN FROM Dr Maura Edmond HEAR FROM
THE BEST Program Director OUR GRADUATES
Dr Maura Edmond is a Lecturer in Media
Our program is led by teachers with Melissa Christidis
Studies at Monash University and theProgram
substantial industry experience in
Director of the Masters of Communication and Master of Communications
journalism, radio, public relations and film,
in addition to their academic credentials
Media Studies (MCMS). Her research explores and Media Studies
the sociology of creative scenes and media “The graduate program was a great stepping
and cutting-edge research into rapidly
subcultures, and has examined music, art, stone in allowing me to successfully land
transforming media and communications.
podcasting, fashion, film and fandom from a position in Telstra’s internal corporate
They teach topics that are reflective of this
this perspective. Maura has also worked as a communications team. More recently,
contemporary, dynamic industry, and will
programmer, writer and editor for a wide range I was promoted to Brand Marketing Manager,
introduce you to the latest developments
of cultural organisations and publications. having the ability to work on exciting advertising
and research in communications and media.
Her work has been published in New Media campaigns with many key media agencies.”
and Society, Television and New Media,
The Routledge Handbook of Global Cultural
Policy (2018) and in digital outlets, magazines
and newspapers around the country.
15Master of
Caulfield, On Campus
CULTURAL AND
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
1 to 2 years full-time
2 to 4 years part-time
Students with relevant qualifications may
be eligible for credits to complete the
course in 1 to 1.5 years full‑time equivalent.
Become a leading voice in one of the most exciting and innovative sectors
February and July of the contemporary world with Monash’s groundbreaking Master of Cultural
and Creative Industries.
CAREER OPTIONS
Developing entrepreneurship
Key to the future of developed and developing Industry connections
in cultural industries
countries, this interdisciplinary program provides and internships
you with a critical overview of a rapidly-growing The program benefits from strong industry
• Running a creative studio
sector and its many employment opportunities. engagement, including an industry advisory
• Working within marketing, design
and digital media agencies You’ll get a detailed understanding of this dynamic panel and an impressive list of international guest
• Cultural consultancy sector through learning from a passionate team lecturers from the field, including:
• Consulting to arts industries, of cultural researchers and innovators, as well • Creative Victoria
galleries, museums and as a with a range of industry professionals and • Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)
cultural institutions real-world projects from Australia and overseas. • Collingwood Arts Precinct (a contemporary
• Policy development within Whether exploring creative clusters in Melbourne creative workspace)
government and Shanghai, or understanding the business • Renew Australia
models of global digital industries, our agile • Creative Economy Australia
content will prepare you for a career in this • Tasmanian Department of State Growth
CRICOS CODE: 093655B
expanding sector. • Shenzhen and Shanghai Maker Space
• BOP Cultural Consultancy, China
Who is the program suited to?
• Marcus Westbury, Renew Newcastle and
This course is intended for all who work or want to
Collingwood Arts Precinct
work in the arts, cultural and creative industries;
• Ben Eltham, journalist and cultural policy expert
Further information: in the public, independent or commercial sectors;
• Raj Isar, UNESCO expert,
monash.edu/study/course/A6004 in cultural policy and industry governance; in urban
American University Paris
cultural regeneration and branding; or in culture
Course structure and unit offerings: and development projects. It provides project- • Avril Joffe, lead policy advisor to
handbook.monash.edu/2021/ workers and creative entrepreneurs with the big South African government
courses/A6004 picture and informed insight they need to turn their • Helene George, Indigenous cultural
passion into a successful self‑directed career. development expert
• Dan Baron Cohen, Culture and Development
How will the course help expert from Amazonia, Brazil
advance your career? • Dan Hill, Arup Digital Lab, London.
The Master of Cultural and Creative Industries Melbourne is Australia’s cultural capital, and
will give you a clear grasp of the structures and Victoria is the leader in creative industries strategy
dynamics of this fast-moving sector and how you and investment. You’ll have the opportunity to get
can make a real difference within it. Our program up close to many of the existing projects in the
involves practitioners and industry experts, field city, region and across Australia through our field
trips and concrete case studies, capped by the trips and site visits.
kind of analytical and empirical research required
for contemporary employment in policy, arts, Field trips and global study tours
business and social enterprise. Our city lab in Shanghai, and our intensive
The course will help you to develop an advanced culture and development workshops, add a
understanding of the distinctiveness of cultural strong international dimension to the course.
and creative industries business models, and of Building on our strong links to UNESCO and the
the economic, cultural and urban policy settings policy agencies, our international network of
in which they operate. You’ll gain insight into cultural creative industry leaders, and research
how to initiate and manage projects, and how to collaborations in China, the UK and South Africa,
evaluate their success. As a program closely tuned this master’s can link you to researchers and
to the specific character of this sector, it’ll equip policy makers across the globe. You’ll be able
you with skills of independent problem-solving to leverage this global network to undertake
and entrepreneurship, report writing and analysis international internships.
which will allow you to forge a rewarding career
in this rapidly evolving field.
16COURSE STRUCTURE
1-YEAR 1.5-YEAR 2-YEAR
Entry with honours degree Entry with a previous qualification Entry with a previous qualification
in a related field* in a related field* in any field*
Complete the following two units: Complete the following two units: Complete all 1 year units
• Creative cities • Creative cities
• Cultural and creative industries • Cultural and creative industries Complete all 1-year units
Your choice of two units from: Your choice of three units from: • Your choice of additional discipline
• Cultural economy in practice • Cultural economy in practice electives (2-3 units up to 18 points)
• Cultural events, festivals • Cultural events, festivals • An additional professional
and exhibitions and exhibitions enhancement unit (6 points)
• Cultural policy • Cultural policy
• Sustainable cultural development • Sustainable cultural development
DISCIPLINE ELECTIVE UNITS
Tailor your studies to your career direction by
Your choice of capstone unit from: Your choice of discipline elective units selecting elective unit from across specialist
• Advanced simulation (1-2 units up to 12 points) disciplines in:
• Creative entrepreneurship in • Cultural markets and audiences
cultural industries Your one professional • Digital cultures
• Professional internship enhancement unit (6 points) • Media and creative practice
• Research portfolio • Public policy and cultural change
• Research project • Urban cultures.
Your choice of capstone unit
• Shanghai city lab
RESEARCH PATHWAY
*or equivalent qualification or experience approved by the Faculty. High achieving students interested in pursuing
a graduate research degree (PhD), may apply
to undertake a research thesis.
LEARN FROM THE BEST Professor Paul Long
You’ll have the opportunity to learn from a passionate team Program Director
of innovators in this area. Our lecturers conduct research on Professor Long is recognised as a global authority on media and
Australian and international cultural policy, urban regeneration cultural research. His research spans the nature of creative work
and cultural clusters, cultural and creative industries, art across the cultural sector. His PhD, ‘The Aesthetics of Class in
museums and live music venues, creative workers, community Post-War Britain’, resulted in his first book Only in the Common
arts, sports media and computer gaming, among others. People. In 2009, he co-founded the Birmingham Centre for Media
They promote an active and thriving culture of academic inquiry and Cultural Research at Birmingham City University.
which will help to inform your practice throughout your career.
I chose the Master of Cultural and Creative Industries
because Monash was one of the first universities in Australia
to offer a course like this. This degree opened my eyes to the
man options available in the cultural industry. My advice is to
not be shy and take advantage of every opportunity out there.”
CLOE KARAGOZLU
Master of Cultural and Creative Industries (2019)
Head of Coordination and Monitoring, Museums Department,
Government of the City of Buenos Aires
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17Master of
Clayton, On Campus
ENVIRONMENT AND
SUSTAINABILITY
1 to 2 years full-time
2 to 4 years part-time
Students with relevant qualifications may
be eligible for credits to complete the
course in 1 to 1.5 years full‑time equivalent.
Humanity is developing at a speed which is causing widespread environmental,
February and July economic and social challenges for sustaining life on Earth, making it vital for
us to change and adapt in all aspects of how we work and live.
FEE ASSISTANCE
We’ve developed a master’s degree that draws Corporate environmental and
The course is approved by the
on the cross-disciplinary expertise of Monash sustainability management
Australian Government for Centrelink
Arts, Monash Science, the Monash Business This specialisation explores the complex
benefits for domestic students.
School and the Monash Sustainable Development mix of social, environmental and economic
These include Youth Allowance,
Institute to build on your passion to transform sustainability challenges and opportunities faced
Austudy, Abstudy and the
society through sustainable solutions. by organisations. You’ll learn how to design,
Pensioner Education Supplement.
implement and facilitate strategies and solutions
For more information, visit the It’ll give you the training, language and tools
in corporate management for sustainable and
Department of Social Services to be a leader in a rapidly-growing field.
accountable development.
and Centrelink websites. You’ll explore trends, issues and the science
underlying global sustainability problems, and International development
learn how to evaluate, analyse and collaborate and environment
CAREER OPTIONS across sectors to effect change. Developing nations are often the hardest hit by
• Policy advisor within government environmental changes. To achieve sustainable
• Environmental or As a student in the Master of Environment and
development these communities need tailored,
sustainability consultant Sustainability you’ll be learning from global and
transdisciplinary solutions beyond simple
• Governance and professional experts from multiple disciplines
environmental protection.
regulatory advisor and sectors. Our people are leading the agenda
• Public educator
in Australia and internationally. This specialisation will develop your knowledge
and skills to analyse the causes of poverty,
• Environmental security or
Tailor your program disadvantage and environmental change, and
human rights officer
to suit your interests to work effectively with a wide range of groups
The program has core units that allow you to to plan and implement development that’s
CRICOS CODE: 089231E
analyse how nature, society and the economy environmentally sustainable.
interact and depend on each other, practical skill
Environmental security
development through project work, internships
There’s a global need for scientifically literate
and optional research, as well as your choice
professionals to interpret and translate reliable
of one of the following five specialisations:
scientific evidence about environmental security
Further information: Environment and governance for groups as diverse as local communities and
monash.edu/study/course/S6002 Governments, markets and civil society play international corporations. This specialisation
Course structure and unit offerings: important and interrelated roles in the governance gives you the knowledge and understanding to
handbook.monash.edu/2021/ of the environment. guide the sustainable use of resources, protect
courses/S6002 the natural environment and integrate this into
This specialisation will develop your policy and management.
understanding of policy and governance to
enable change and responsible action to support Leadership for sustainable development
sustainability. It’ll also enable you to understand Globally there’s an increasing demand for
how change occurs from the scale of the professionals from a range of disciplines,
individual through to the broader society, and organisations and sectors who are able to
from local to national and international scales collaborate, lead and deliver change for
of governance. sustainability. This master’s equips you with
holistic theoretical insights, analytical skills and
practical capacities to guide, influence and lead
processes aimed at creating positive social,
environmental and economic outcomes.
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