Overview
Enhance your career options as a digital media practitioner and become a leader in a global industry with the Graduate Certificate in Digital Media.
This course specialises in delivering the latest in industry practices and processes. Informed by our course advisory panel of industry practitioners from industry and government, our curriculum is flexible and regularly updated.
You'll study developments such as app development, search engine optimisation, content strategy and social network analytics.
Based in studio facilities at our City campus, timetables are designed for the busy professional.
In the second year of study, students undertake a research project (both practical and written components are assessed), with the option to link your research project to an industry problem.
This graduate certificate is the first of three courses that make up the Master of Digital Media. Successful completion of this course will lead you to admission into our Graduate Diploma in Digital Media.
An admission requirement for this course is a bachelor degree in any discipline.
Commonwealth Supported Places in 2023
Fees are heavily subsidised and HECS-HELP loans available for eligible students in 2023. Apply now or register your interest - there's never been a better time to study!
Bring your children to class
Students studying Digital Media now have the chance to bring their children, of all ages, to class.
The Kids in Class program offers students four kid-friendly tutorials for every unit they study. The remainder of units can be completed online, with the option to attend tutorials in person. Participating units:
Contact Natasha Dwyer for more information - natasha.dwyer@vu.edu.au.
Postgraduate academic learning advice
As a postgraduate student you might want to take up one of many opportunities to further develop your academic language and study skills. VU’s Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces where you can improve your study and employability skills.
We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.
Our programs include:
- workshops
- drop-in sessions
- peer mentoring
- maths and writing resources
- resume and career guidance.
We also have accessibility support services and counselling services available for all students.
Library & computer facilities
Our campus libraries have photocopying, computing and printing facilities as well as electronic and print resources.
You'll also have access to a rich collection of online resources at any time of the day or night, including:
- databases
- e-learning content for courses
- student email
- student software packages
- social networking tools.
On campus, we make sure that all of our students have access to digital resources. We offer:
- excellent WiFi networks
- more than 4000 computers (PCs and Apple Macs) across our campuses
- a central IT helpdesk for technical help.
Careers in digital media
This course prepares you for work in a diverse range of fields and could lead to a career in:
- digital media production and post-production
- digital marketing management
- mobile and web design
- digital media strategy.
Course structure
To attain the Graduate Certificate in Digital Media students will be required to complete 48 credit points of Core studies.
Course structure and units
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- Unit code
- ADL6001
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ADM6005
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ADM6012
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- ADM6013
- Credits
- 12
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
| 1. | Create digital media projects, including visual and audio design elements, motion graphics and animation, for a range of professional contexts | ||
| 2. | Report and argue processes for digital media transformation | ||
| 3. | Exemplify digital media industry project management processes with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability | ||
| 4. | Collaborate with others, as a leader or a team, to implement co-design and co-creation tools |
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take and optional elective units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Credits
Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.
Admission & pathways
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline
OR
Applicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course
PLUS
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course chair or academic adviser.
How to apply
We are currently accepting international applications, and we welcome you to apply for this course.
Click 'apply' to begin, and we will guide you through the application process.
If you have questions, please get in touch:
- Phone: +61 3 9919 1164
- Online: enquiry form
Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students. Fees are accurate at the time of viewing and will be subject to annual increases. Some courses require students to purchase equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above – check your Letter of Offer for an estimate on non-tuition-fee-related expenses.
VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.
