Graduate Diploma of Digital Media (096524M)

In a world increasingly impacted by digital and online developments, professionals with a mastery of digital platforms are more sought-after than ever. As a result, a postgraduate qualification in digital media is incredibly valuable for career-minded content creators across media, marketing, journalism and public relations industries. Students will graduate from the course as a confident digital storyteller, with the curiosity and desire to make a difference in the world through communication.

The course trains students in skills that reflect the evolving needs of the industry. Explore, analyse, create and share digital content while learning how to creatively select and assemble media elements to develop personal or brand identities, stories and narratives. Some of Deakin University's key areas of study include:

Across all study areas are common themes of creative problem solving and collaboration – key capabilities of the modern digital media professional. Students will also learn about entrepreneurship, creative business planning and developing a professional identity, giving them the confidence to build their brand from the ground up and nurture their ideas into content with impact.

A highlight of the course is having the freedom to select elective units from any other postgraduate course in the School of Communication and Creative Arts. This allows students to expand their expertise beyond just digital media and develop complementary skills in areas students are passionate about.

As students progress through the course, they’ll see their specialist expertise grow through practical learning opportunities on and off campus. Get hands-on with:

While a Graduate Diploma of Digital Media opens the door to many exciting digital roles in Australia and abroad, there are also opportunities for further study upon successful completion of the course. If students want to continue building their portfolio and take part in a professional capstone program, they might like to articulate into Deakin University’s Master of Communication.