PSYCHOLOGY
Unlock the workings of the mind and behaviour. Psychology is a broad scientific discipline that includes investigations of the brain, learning, memory, reasoning, decision making, language, developmental and social processes, personality, and mental health and well-being. It is also concerned with the practical and ethical applications of psychological research to the profession.
Why choose psychology?
You’ ll emerge with a deep insight into the human mind, and a suite of highly valued professional skills that can be applied to any field of work.
Units you can take in this area of study( 48 points required to major):
• Foundations in psychology
• Introduction to psychological inquiry
• Psychological testing and assessment
• Personality and social psychology
• Biological psychology
• Development psychology
• Psychological disorders
• Perception and cognitive psychology
• Cultural safety, responsiveness and reflexivity in practice
• Research methods in psychology.
Units you can take in this area of study if you’ re pursuing an extended major( 60 credit points), accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council:
• Foundations in psychology
• Introduction to psychological inquiry
• Psychological testing and assessment
• Personality and social psychology
• Biological psychology
• Developmental psychology
• Psychological disorders
• Perception and cognitive psychology
• Cultural safety, responsiveness and reflexivity in practice
• Research methods in psychology.
Career options
• Community agencies
• Development services
• Education
• Government departments
• Health and welfare services
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• Law courts and prisons
• Market research
• Police force
• Private practice and training
• Recruitment companies.
STRATEGIC PUBLIC RELATIONS
Master the art of shaping perceptions, influencing opinion, and building lasting trust. This future-focused major gives you a comprehensive understanding of how public relations works across diverse social, cultural, and professional contexts. Turn theory into action through persuasive messaging, crisis management, digital engagement, and campaigns that deliver real-world impact.
Why choose strategic public relations?
Strategic PR is more than publicity; it is the art of crafting messages, building trust, and driving real results for organisations and communities. Here, you’ ll master bold communication strategies and gain the advanced skills to position and promote any organisation’ s products, services, achievements, or reputation, reaching both general and specialist audiences with precision and impact.
Units you can take in this area of study:
• Introduction to public relations
• Introduction to professional writing
• Transforming community: Project design and public relations for social campaigns
• Public relations: Cases and approaches
• AI-powered public relations: Social media, digital PR and emerging technologies
• Research methods in the arts and social sciences
• Surviving the storm: Strategic crisis management and communication
• Fundamentals of digital broadcasting
• Task force: Responding to global challenges
• A world in crisis: Multilevel responses to global emergencies
• Workplace learning internship.
Career options
• Digital PR and social media
• Brand architect
• ESG and sustainability communications
• Crisis and reputation management
• Media relations
WRITING
• Corporate communications
• Community and stakeholder engagement
• Public affairs and government relations.
Hone your writing craft. You’ ll be introduced to a range of practices in the context of creative fiction and non-fiction and other literary genres, and become familiar with conventions and experimentation in contemporary writing as well as the various techniques involved in its production.
Why choose writing?
Upper-level units offer the opportunity to reflect critically on, and consolidate, your own writing practices as you apply the skills and techniques you have learned in individual and collaborative projects. The emphasis throughout the minor is on writing not only as a means of self-expression and communication, but as a craft that clarifies our individuality and creativity through exploring possibilities and innovations through writing.
Units you can take in this area of study:
• Writing techniques: Forms and literary devices
• Introduction to professional writing
• Strategies in writing experiments
• Writing portfolio.
Career options
• Copywriting
• Journalism
• Advertising
• Research
• Reviewing and editing.
MINOR
I am a creative at heart, which is why I chose to study digital media and communications, a field that blends research, creativity, critical thinking, and storytelling in a way that constantly evolves. Monash gave me the foundation to navigate both the corporate and content creation landscapes, allowing me to turn my passion into a career.”
KEVIN LEE GUAN MOU
Bachelor of Digital Media and Communications Management Trainee, Star Media Group
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Beyond his corporate role, Kevin is also a digital content creator, sharing insights into corporate life, lifestyle, and personal growth.