School of Media and Communication

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.

Communication and writing

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

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.

Screen and media

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

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 which helps you prepare for a dynamic career. We also offer partnerships with corporate, government and community partners, internships and work-integrated learning.

Find out more about industry collaboration

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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.

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RMIT Advertising Pitch Night

Follow graduating Advertising students as they pitch their most innovative ideas to ad industry leaders at RMIT Advertising Pitch Night; Australia's premier Advertising recruitment and networking event.

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Hungry Talks — student-run lecture series

A student-run TV show designed to provide young creatives "food for thought". We aim to give RMIT students a window into the advertising world by inviting inspiring professionals each week to share their insider knowledge in their area of expertise.

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.

 

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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Current student enquiries

RMIT Connect Student Portal

Phone: Call +61 3 9925 5000 and select the option to 'Speak to your School' then 'College of Design and Social Context'. Operating hours: 10am-5pm Mon-Fri, excluding public holidays.

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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 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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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.