Graduate Diploma in Journalism
Massey University
Subject area
Journalism, Communication and Media Studies
Qualification
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Entry requirements
1. Admission to the Graduate Diploma in Journalism requires that the candidate will: (a) meet the University admission requirements as specified; and (b) shall have been awarded or qualified for an undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification; or (c) have been admitted to the qualification on the basis of equivalent relevant professional experience.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
A graduate of the Graduate Diploma in Journalism should be able to: demonstrate independent thought and decision-making in the work environments related to journalism demonstrate effective work and problem-solving skills in areas related to journalism display understanding of relevant legal and ethical issues affecting journalism and communication critically assess relevant theory and commentary about the role of communication specialists and journalists in society critically appraise their own work practices demonstrate effective self-management techniques to form the basis for future management and leadership roles access information from work and the local environment develop their own data sources and information networks
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Communication and Media Studies at this level can earn:
$45,000
Median earnings one year after study
$52,000
Median earnings two years after study
$60,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
85%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2021
Scholarship information
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Heartland Bank Freemasons Scholarships
Provided by:
Freemasons New Zealand - National Office
Website:
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Value:
$6,000 - one per Division.
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 627 739
Phone: (06) 356 9099
Fax: (06) 350 2263
Email: contact@massey.ac.nz
Web: http://www.massey.ac.nz
Sources
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