Master of Communication Studies
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
MCS graduates will have advanced knowledge and understanding of communication theory and its application to current professional practices. They will be able to engage analytically, critically and reflectively within their chosen field and will have demonstrated an ability to undertake a sustained period of research and have presented the results by way of a thesis. They will be prepared for study at doctoral level.
Entry requirements
A relevant bachelors degree completed to a merit standard.
About the provider
AUT is a contemporary New Zealand university focused on providing exceptional student opportunities and learning experiences, and graduate success in a context stimulated by impactful research and industry connectivity.
More than 26,000 students are enrolled at AUT in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, studying at one of the three campuses. AUT has consistently been a leader in undergraduate and postgraduate enrolment growth of both New Zealand and international students across a wide range of professional disciplines, and as a result we are now the second largest university in New Zealand.
AUT's teaching is innovative and student centred. AUT encourages students to collaborate, experiment and to experience working life beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, the university has a strong focus on innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and nutrition.