Courses and annual tuition
| Programme | University | Degree | Duration | Tuition per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Journalism | RMIT | Bachelor's | 3 years | ₹29 lakh A$43,200 |
| Master of Media and Communication | Swinburne | Master's | 2 years | ₹26 lakh A$39,480 |
| Master of Media | RMIT | Master's | 2 years | ₹30 lakh A$45,120 |
| Master of Journalism | Monash | Master's | 2 years | ₹32 lakh A$47,840 |
| Master of Science Communication | UWA | Master's | 2 years | ₹36 lakh A$53,300 |
| Master of Media Practice | Sydney | Master's | 1.5 years | ₹40 lakh A$60,200 |
Indicative international tuition for one full-time year, from each university's fee page for 2027 entry (2026 where 2027 was not yet out). Exchange rates: 1 AUD = ₹66.97, 1 NZD = ₹53.45, 1 USD = ₹95.22, 1 GBP = ₹126.53, €1 = ₹106.01. Source: European Central Bank reference rates (cross rates via the euro), 28 October 2026.
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Journalism and media in Australia: the figures
Across 5 universities this subject comes to 6 programmes on our list (1 bachelor's, 5 master's). Only one bachelor's price is on the list: ₹29 lakh (A$43,200) for a year. One year of a master's here costs ₹26 lakh (A$39,480) to ₹40 lakh (A$60,200). Campus cities: Melbourne (4), Perth, Sydney. Bachelor's study lasts 3 years; a master's here takes 1.5–2 years.
Melbourne for media
Three of the five universities, Swinburne, RMIT and Monash, are in Melbourne, which has a large media and creative sector. Internships at newsrooms, agencies and production companies are easier to find in the city.