Master of Professional Communication
How to apply
- Study mode
- Part Time Full Time
- Full time duration
- 1.5
- Murdoch code
- M1419
- First year fee (domestic)
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2027 $21,360
- Full course fee (domestic)
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2027 $32,040
- Australian Qualifications Framework level
- Level 9 - Masters Degree (Coursework)
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable domestic fee.
Course overview
Whether your ambition is career advancement, academic research, or contributing to the field of communication, the Master in Professional Communication provides a rigorous pathway to success.
Grounded in global research and best practice, this degree explores diverse fields including social media, cultural and media studies, global communication, and strategic communication. It is designed to extend both your personal development and professional expertise, equipping you with the skills to thrive across industries and disciplines.
Develop strategic communication and research plans for real-world clients through immersive in-class projects and work-integrated learning experiences. You’ll engage with case studies and live scenarios, guided by leading academics and industry guest speakers, ensuring your knowledge is both practical and globally relevant.
Examine how leaders, organisations, and interest groups craft, coordinate, and direct communication strategies. Learn to design and implement plans that engage society, the media, and government through purposeful strategy, planning, and execution.
3 reasons to study a Master of Professional Communication at Murdoch University
- This course can be completed in as little as 1.5 years and your previous study and experience might mean you can gain credit for some units and graduate earlier.
- You’ll learn through working with real clients on real projects, with professional placements through our Work Integrated Learning program, including the opportunity to work in our on-campus consultancy, MESH.
- Customise your degree, with online learning options and the choice of professional coursework.
What you'll learn
Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:
- Critical and ethical issues in communication
- Digital Communication
- Strategic communication
- Public relations, communication and culture
- People, organisations and globalisation in communication
Using life experiences as the basis for projects is something I found had the best outcomes in my assignments and helped me develop my unique voice and brand.
Grayce, Creative Media and Communications
Your career
The Master of Professional Communication will prepare you for executive, managerial and entrepreneurial positions in communication and media related fields. Careers could include:
- Strategic communication professional
- Media or communications advisor
- PR consultant
- Community engagement officer
- Stakeholder relations manager
- Digital communication strategist
Depending on your own career aspirations, you could pursue a career in industry or continue to study and research.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | No | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | No | Yes | No |
| Semester 1, 2028 | Murdoch | No | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2028 | Murdoch | No | Yes | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Admission requirements
English Requirements
You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
Plan your course
Explore the sample course structure below to get an idea of what your degree could look like, or take the next step in planning your degree:
Use the Course Visualiser - Build your personalised study plan interactively.
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
Fees & Scholarships
Course fees
First year fee
2027 $21,360
Full course fee
2027 $32,040
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable domestic fee.
Scholarships
Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship. Whether you're a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.
The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.
For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.
Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates. For details, see 2027 International Fees.
The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.
The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.
All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.