Media and Creative Arts at Macquarie University - KOM Consultants
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Bachelor of <strong>Arts</strong>The Bachelor of <strong>Arts</strong> is a degree th<strong>at</strong> allows you a high level of flexibilityto choose a major from a variety of study areas across the <strong>University</strong>.Who should applyIdeal for students who are curious about several study areas <strong>and</strong> want tocombine them in one degree.Majors include:• Contemporary MusicStudy various forms of 20th <strong>and</strong> 21st century music encompassingpopular, electronic, world <strong>and</strong> more. Career opportunities includecomposition, music production <strong>and</strong> performance.• <strong>Cre<strong>at</strong>ive</strong> <strong>Arts</strong>A multidisciplinary program th<strong>at</strong> combines theoretical underst<strong>and</strong>ingswith a range of production units. Career opportunities include artsorganis<strong>at</strong>ion management <strong>and</strong> arts administr<strong>at</strong>ion.• Cultural StudiesEmphasises innov<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>and</strong> cre<strong>at</strong>ive approaches to contemporaryissues in the arts, media <strong>and</strong> popular culture. Career opportunitiesinclude writing, publishing <strong>and</strong> the arts. Also offered <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong> CityCampus.• DanceContemporary principles of movement allow you to choose yourown areas of research <strong>and</strong> endeavour. Career opportunities includechoreography <strong>and</strong> multimedia performance.• Interactivity <strong>and</strong> GamesDevelop production skills in video games, interactive websites,modelling <strong>and</strong> anim<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> sound <strong>and</strong> audio. Career opportunitiesinclude design <strong>and</strong> development, filmmaking <strong>and</strong> visual effects.• <strong>Media</strong>, Communic<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> CultureCombines key areas of media theory with cultural studies <strong>and</strong>intern<strong>at</strong>ional communic<strong>at</strong>ion. Career opportunities include media <strong>and</strong>communic<strong>at</strong>ions. Also offered <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong> City Campus.Key Fe<strong>at</strong>ures• Benefit from <strong>Macquarie</strong>’s flexible degree structure, which allowsyou to explore ideas within <strong>and</strong> across disciplinary boundaries.• Make professional connections via internships, work-integr<strong>at</strong>edlearning opportunities <strong>and</strong> study abroad.• Learn from active researchers. Our lecturers write the booksothers use.admission inform<strong>at</strong>ionCRICOS CODeMinIMuM COuRSe DuRAtIOnCreDIt pOIntS RequIRed 68CouRSe COMMences001357G3 years2012 Annual Fee ($au)* $24,792ADMISSIOn RequIRementsEnglISh languAGerequIRementsSession 1 (February), Session 2 (July)ATAR of 75.00 or equivalent. For the l<strong>at</strong>estATAR scores <strong>and</strong> equivalencies, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e/Atar/<strong>at</strong>ar.aspx.IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.For other accepted qualific<strong>at</strong>ions, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/applic<strong>at</strong>ions/apply/english.Fees listed are those approved for the 2012 academic year <strong>and</strong> are subject tochange. For the l<strong>at</strong>est inform<strong>at</strong>ion about this program, visit the intern<strong>at</strong>ionalonline course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e.For detailed inform<strong>at</strong>ion about wh<strong>at</strong> you can study <strong>and</strong> howto apply visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/studyPhoto: Antra KalninsJack Yip | Hong Kong“The facilities <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong> are really st<strong>at</strong>e-of-theart. I think they are represent<strong>at</strong>ive of <strong>Macquarie</strong>’scommitment to providing students with the bestopportunities to succeed. My degree means th<strong>at</strong> I canstudy something th<strong>at</strong> I am really passion<strong>at</strong>e about,<strong>and</strong> I get to use the very best media facilities as well -wh<strong>at</strong> more could you want?”Intern<strong>at</strong>ional student enquiries<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalT: +61 2 9850 7346E: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au
Bachelor of <strong>Arts</strong> - <strong>Media</strong>This degree lets you combine contemporary approaches to media theorywith practical production techniques.Who should applyThis degree is ideal for students with an interest in media, publicrel<strong>at</strong>ions, media production or professional writing.Wh<strong>at</strong> you can study• <strong>Media</strong> Cultures• Radio Production• Travel Writing: Journeys <strong>and</strong> Visit<strong>at</strong>ions• Screenwriting: Images, Ideas, StoriesCareer opportunities<strong>Media</strong> gradu<strong>at</strong>es have found employment with leading institutions inthe fields of media production, journalism, corpor<strong>at</strong>e communic<strong>at</strong>ions,advertising <strong>and</strong> public rel<strong>at</strong>ions, public policy, film <strong>and</strong> televisionproduction <strong>and</strong> a wide range of media <strong>and</strong> communic<strong>at</strong>ions positionsrequiring convergent media skills.<strong>Media</strong> also prepares people for careers as cutting-edge independents<strong>and</strong>/or freelance cre<strong>at</strong>ive producers - as filmmakers, professional writers<strong>and</strong> authors, broadcasters, researchers <strong>and</strong> as designers/cre<strong>at</strong>ors of newmedia products.Key Fe<strong>at</strong>ures• Learn using the same technologies as those used by industryprofessionals• Benefit from <strong>Macquarie</strong>’s strong ties with the media industry <strong>and</strong>growing internship program• Our program adapts to the rapid changes in the media industry,cre<strong>at</strong>ing gradu<strong>at</strong>es uniquely positioned to respond to changeadmission inform<strong>at</strong>ionCRICos CodeMinIMum course dur<strong>at</strong>ionCredit points required 68Course coMMences072063M3 years2012 Annual Fee ($au)* $24,792AdMIssion requirementsEnglish languagerequirementsSession 1 (February), Session 2 (July)ATAR of 81.65 or equivalent. See www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e/Atar/<strong>at</strong>ar.aspx for the l<strong>at</strong>est ATAR score <strong>and</strong>country equivalencies.IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.For other accepted qualific<strong>at</strong>ions, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/applic<strong>at</strong>ions/apply/english.Fees listed are those approved for the 2012 academic year <strong>and</strong> are subject tochange. For the l<strong>at</strong>est inform<strong>at</strong>ion about this program, visit the intern<strong>at</strong>ionalonline course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e.For detailed inform<strong>at</strong>ion about wh<strong>at</strong> you can study <strong>and</strong> howto apply visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/studyPhoto: Self-suppliedZhao Yang | China“A lot of journalists, editors <strong>and</strong> television producersin China gradu<strong>at</strong>ed from <strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong>. So,as a person whose dream is to be an intern<strong>at</strong>ionaljournalist, I chose <strong>Macquarie</strong> without hesit<strong>at</strong>ion. Ihave developed widespread knowledge in writing,digital media <strong>and</strong> public rel<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>and</strong> have also hadopportunities to explore subjects such as marketing<strong>and</strong> economics, which benefits my future career.”Intern<strong>at</strong>ional student enquiries<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalT: +61 2 9850 7346E: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au
Bachelor of Marketing<strong>and</strong> <strong>Media</strong>Develop a thorough underst<strong>and</strong>ing of both traditional <strong>and</strong> emergingmedia <strong>and</strong> practical skills to utilise these technologies in a marketingcontext.Who should applyStudents looking to work in dynamic <strong>and</strong> cre<strong>at</strong>ive areas like publicrel<strong>at</strong>ions, social marketing, software design, games development, moviemaking, market analysis <strong>and</strong> br<strong>and</strong> consultancy.Wh<strong>at</strong> you can study• Marketing Fundamentals• Consumer Behaviour• Intern<strong>at</strong>ional Public Rel<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>and</strong> Advertising• Introduction to Digital <strong>Media</strong> Production• Br<strong>and</strong> Management• Music, Sound <strong>and</strong> Moving ImageCareer opportunitiesEvery sector of the economy recruits marketing <strong>and</strong> media gradu<strong>at</strong>es.Roles are diverse <strong>and</strong> include roles in media agencies, marketing firms,TV, stage <strong>and</strong> multimedia production, PR <strong>and</strong> publishing.Key Fe<strong>at</strong>ures• Focuses on the changing media <strong>and</strong> marketing l<strong>and</strong>scape,with strong emphasis on the theory behind modern marketingprinciples.• Students will have access to the highest quality media studiesfacilities in Australia, with professional studio spaces, industryst<strong>and</strong>ard digital workst<strong>at</strong>ions, a specially equipped the<strong>at</strong>re <strong>and</strong>digital production tools.• Students have the option to pursue a fourth year honoursprogram, which includes an extended media industry internship.admiSSion inform<strong>at</strong>ionCRICos CodeMinIMum course dur<strong>at</strong>ionCredit points required 72Course coMMences074754A3 years2012 Annual Fee ($au)* $27,096AdMIssion requirementsEnglish languagerequirementsSession 1 (February)ATAR of 95.00 or equivalent, plus a soundknowledge of m<strong>at</strong>hem<strong>at</strong>ics. See www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e/Atar/<strong>at</strong>ar.aspx for the l<strong>at</strong>est ATAR score <strong>and</strong>country equivalencies.IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.For other accepted qualific<strong>at</strong>ions, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/applic<strong>at</strong>ions/apply/english.Fees listed are those approved for the 2012 academic year <strong>and</strong> are subject tochange. For the l<strong>at</strong>est inform<strong>at</strong>ion about this program, visit the intern<strong>at</strong>ionalonline course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/undergradu<strong>at</strong>e.Dr Susie Khamis | Course convener“Wh<strong>at</strong> sets this degree apart is the unique blendof the study of marketing str<strong>at</strong>egy <strong>and</strong> br<strong>and</strong>,with the h<strong>and</strong>s-on learning of digital <strong>and</strong> socialmedia production. The emphasis is on a balance oftheoretical underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>and</strong> practical applic<strong>at</strong>ion,in both professional marketing <strong>and</strong> media spheres.”Intern<strong>at</strong>ional student enquiries<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalT: +61 2 9850 7346E: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.auPhoto: Phillipa Janos
www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.auMaster of <strong>Arts</strong>aLSO Offered aS a pOStgradu<strong>at</strong>e dipLOMa <strong>and</strong> pOStgradu<strong>at</strong>e CertifIC<strong>at</strong>e, <strong>and</strong> by dIStanceWh<strong>at</strong>ever your field of interest, postgradu<strong>at</strong>e study in the Faculty of <strong>Arts</strong> broadens youroutlook <strong>and</strong> helps you reach your goals. In many areas you can begin with a postgradu<strong>at</strong>ecertific<strong>at</strong>e or postgradu<strong>at</strong>e diploma, <strong>and</strong> work your way up to a masters. Our degreesprovide analytical <strong>and</strong> research skills which will prove valuable to you in all yourprofessional activities.Who shoULd applyThe Master of <strong>Arts</strong> is open to those who have completed a recognisedbachelor degree who are looking to further their underst<strong>and</strong>ing in aparticular specialis<strong>at</strong>ion.SpeCIALISAtions inCLUde:• Contemporary Improvis<strong>at</strong>ionOffers a broad apprach to improvis<strong>at</strong>ion, informed by recent trends inmusic research <strong>and</strong> pedagogy.• <strong>Cre<strong>at</strong>ive</strong> WritingDesigned to extend <strong>and</strong> challenge emerging writers to hone theircraft in a small community of writers, this program’s focus is ondeveloping each student’s cre<strong>at</strong>ivity <strong>and</strong> writing skills.• <strong>Media</strong>, Law <strong>and</strong> CultureEnables gradu<strong>at</strong>es to examine in critical detail the nexus betweenmedia, law <strong>and</strong> culture by grounding the study of media in thecontext of the key laws <strong>and</strong> policies th<strong>at</strong> shape media practice.Key Fe<strong>at</strong>ures• Study in a broad range of areas in the humanities.• Gain analytical <strong>and</strong> research skills which are valuable to studentsin all their professional activities.adMISSIon inforMAtionCRICOS CodeMinIMuM COuRSe dur<strong>at</strong>IOnCredit pOIntS RequIRed 32CouRSe COMMences030079F1 year2012 Annual Fee ($au)** $25,600AdMISSIOn RequIRementsEnglish languagerequIRementsSession 1 (February), Session 2 (July)Bachelor degree from a recognised university.*IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.For other accepted qualific<strong>at</strong>ions, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/applic<strong>at</strong>ions/apply/english.* For some specialis<strong>at</strong>ions, previous study in th<strong>at</strong> discipline may be required. Formore inform<strong>at</strong>ion, check the online course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/postgradu<strong>at</strong>e.** Fees listed are those approved for the 2012 academic year <strong>and</strong> are subject tochange. For the l<strong>at</strong>est inform<strong>at</strong>ion about this program, visit the intern<strong>at</strong>ionalonline course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/postgradu<strong>at</strong>e.For detailed inform<strong>at</strong>ion about wh<strong>at</strong> you can study <strong>and</strong> howto apply visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/studyJordan-Lee McGuire | United St<strong>at</strong>es of AmericaStudying Contemporary Improvis<strong>at</strong>ion“I read th<strong>at</strong> 30 per cent of the student body <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong>are intern<strong>at</strong>ional students <strong>and</strong> th<strong>at</strong> really appealed to me.I thought <strong>Macquarie</strong> must be doing something right. Assoon as I stepped on campus I thought, now I’m home. It’saccessible <strong>and</strong> beautiful – I love it here. <strong>Macquarie</strong> is notset in ancient traditions – it’s constantly striving to be thebest <strong>and</strong> being part of th<strong>at</strong> is a gre<strong>at</strong> feeling.”Intern<strong>at</strong>ional student enquiries<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalT: +61 2 9850 7346E: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au
Master of Recording <strong>Arts</strong>The Master of Recording <strong>Arts</strong> trains students in the techniques <strong>and</strong> art ofrecording <strong>and</strong> provides students with an underst<strong>and</strong>ing of the processes,practices <strong>and</strong> issues involved in the production of recorded music.Who should applyThis degree is ideal for students who have recently completedundergradu<strong>at</strong>e studies <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong> or other institutions <strong>and</strong>would like to gain further skills <strong>and</strong> experience in studio <strong>and</strong> remote/portable recording environments.It is also aimed <strong>at</strong> experienced workers in the music <strong>and</strong> allied industriesinterested in pursuing further studies to complement their existingknowledge <strong>and</strong> undertake a focused, short-term research projectc<strong>at</strong>ering to their own interests <strong>and</strong> needs.Wh<strong>at</strong> you can study• Studio Technique <strong>and</strong> Practice• The Art of Recording: Sound <strong>and</strong> Society• Major Recording Project• Music Production SeminarCarEEr opportunitiESOpportunities are available for our gradu<strong>at</strong>es within the music industry,particularly in recording <strong>and</strong> allied work in the commercial musicindustry. The degree is largely geared towards those involved <strong>at</strong> thetechnical end of recording <strong>and</strong> production.Key Fe<strong>at</strong>ures• Covers recording, mixing, production <strong>and</strong> mastering techniques,supported by study of the social context in which these occur.• Complete a research project tailored to your interest <strong>and</strong> needs.• Taught by, <strong>and</strong> to, professionals in the industry.• Strong networking opportunities.admiSSion inform<strong>at</strong>ionCRICos CodeMinIMum course dur<strong>at</strong>ionCredit points required 32Course coMMences055776G1 year2012 Annual Fee ($au)* $25,600AdMIssion requirementsEnglish languagerequirementsSession 1 (February)Bachelor degree from a recognised university,preferably with significant music content.IELTS (Academic English only): Minimum 6.5overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.For other accepted qualific<strong>at</strong>ions, visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/applic<strong>at</strong>ions/apply/english.Fees listed are those approved for the 2012 academic year <strong>and</strong> are subject tochange. For the l<strong>at</strong>est inform<strong>at</strong>ion about this program, visit the intern<strong>at</strong>ionalonline course d<strong>at</strong>abase: www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/study/postgradu<strong>at</strong>e.For detailed inform<strong>at</strong>ion about wh<strong>at</strong> you can study <strong>and</strong> howto apply visit www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/studySam Emery, gradu<strong>at</strong>e“I really enjoyed studying my masters <strong>at</strong> <strong>Macquarie</strong><strong>University</strong>, I found the teachers very approachable<strong>and</strong> inform<strong>at</strong>ive which cre<strong>at</strong>ed an easy environmentin which to learn. The studio was gre<strong>at</strong> to work in,with a very professional feel about it.”Intern<strong>at</strong>ional student enquiries<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalT: +61 2 9850 7346E: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.auPhoto: Jeremy Piper
www.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.auPhoto: K<strong>at</strong>e BoydAbout <strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong>At <strong>Macquarie</strong>, you will join a welcoming community of 35,000students with more than 12,000 intern<strong>at</strong>ional students fromover 110 countries. Ranked within the top ten universitiesin Australia (Shanghai Jiaotong <strong>University</strong> Rankings, 2011),<strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong> is recognised for its innov<strong>at</strong>ivecurriculum, high-quality teaching, world-leading research <strong>and</strong>green campus environment.Campus loc<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> facilities<strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s North Ryde campus is uniquely loc<strong>at</strong>edin parkl<strong>and</strong>s only 30 minutes from Sydney’s central businessdistrict. On campus you will find modern facilities, includinga st<strong>at</strong>e-of-the-art Sport <strong>and</strong> Aqu<strong>at</strong>ic Centre, priv<strong>at</strong>e teachinghospital, museums <strong>and</strong> hotels.In 2011 we opened our new multi-million dollar library –a learning space like no other in Australia, fe<strong>at</strong>uring studylounges, a robotic document retrieval system <strong>and</strong> a cafe.The <strong>Macquarie</strong> Centre shopping complex is on our doorstep<strong>and</strong> we have our own train st<strong>at</strong>ion on campus, providing adirect rail link to the city centre.Quality student accommod<strong>at</strong>ion is available both on <strong>and</strong>off-campus.Enhance your degree<strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong> offers a range of leadership <strong>and</strong> careerbuilding programs to help students get an edge in the globaljob market.The Global Leadership Program (GLP) allows studentsto develop leadership <strong>and</strong> intercultural skills through studying,volunteering <strong>and</strong> particip<strong>at</strong>ing in experiences both in Australia<strong>and</strong> overseas.The Gradu<strong>at</strong>e Development Program (GDP) offers apersonalised approach to building independent career skills,combining an individual development plan with one-on-oneconsult<strong>at</strong>ions, weekly workshops <strong>and</strong> industry speaker events.<strong>Macquarie</strong> also offers an internship program <strong>and</strong> one of themost extensive intern<strong>at</strong>ional exchange programs of anyAustralian university.Find out moreFor more inform<strong>at</strong>ion about <strong>Macquarie</strong> <strong>University</strong> courses,intern<strong>at</strong>ional student support, accommod<strong>at</strong>ion or scholarshipopportunities, please contact us.<strong>Macquarie</strong> Intern<strong>at</strong>ionalTel: + 61 2 9850 7346Email: iso@mq.edu.auwww.intern<strong>at</strong>ional.mq.edu.au/ macquarieintern<strong>at</strong>ional @mqintl8CRICOS Provider Code 00002J. Inform<strong>at</strong>ion given in this public<strong>at</strong>ion is correct <strong>at</strong> the time of printing (February 2012) but is subjectto change without notice. The <strong>University</strong> has the right to alter content or impose terms <strong>and</strong> conditions in rel<strong>at</strong>ion to a program <strong>at</strong>any time. Course fees are set on an annual basis <strong>and</strong> may vary from the fees published here.
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