Overview

Throughout the Communication Studies from Auckland University of Technology you'll work with our experienced supervisors to design and develop your research. Many of our students produce a creative component as part of their research, for example a screenplay, digital media artefact, radio programme or public relations campaign.

Key facts:

The research dissertation is at the core of the programme. You'll work with our experienced supervisors to design and develop your research.

Many of students produce a creative component as part of their research, for example a screenplay, digital media artefact, radio programme or public relations campaign.

Gain expertise in current topics in communication studies with AUT’s Master of Communication Studies.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media and Communication Research Methods

Digital Citizenship

Managing Innovation in the Digital Economy

Persuasion and Social Change

Producing for Media Ecosystems

Communicating Wicked Problems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-13 00:00:00 , International

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It's recommended that you apply at least three months before the start of the programme to allow for visa processing and travel to New Zealand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 22 other Masters in Communication Studies in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

B

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Must have completed a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses.

May be required to attend a selection interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

40700 NZD / year

≈ 40700 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10630 NZD / year

≈ 10630 NZD / year

Additional Details

National:

$11,851.60 (for 120 points)

International:

$41,921.60 (for 120 points)

Part-time students will pay a proportion of this amount.

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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