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The Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting is a hands-on and dynamic course for emerging broadcasters, podcasters, and radio producers. Audio storytelling is booming, but not all podcasts and broadcasts were created equal. Through specialised training and collaboration, in class and during live broadcasts, you will learn at an advanced level that the cornerstones of good content are communication, storytelling and knowing your audience.
The program will take your career in radio and podcasting to the next level by preparing you for future roles in radio, podcasting and multi-platform broadcasting. You will learn by doing; working in a supportive environment to engage in challenges to grow your craft, collaboration, creativity and confidence and prepare you for future roles in radio, podcasting and multi-platform broadcasting.
AFTRS offers flexible study options for this course: study on-campus or online and choose between 1-4 subjects per semester.
| “The part time online course suits my location and work schedule. It’s about flexing a creative muscle that’s always been there. I’ve always loved radio.” – Myoung Jae Yi |
| “The AFTRS lecturers have been really supportive the whole way through. Giving us direction and guidance, but also technical skills. We get feedback from people who are producing shows right now. It’s been really good having those insights into what our working life might look like when we finish.” – Dr Angela Tjeuw |
A range of scholarships are available to successful applicants of the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting; you will be prompted to apply for them following your submission.
| “AFTRS essentially got me this job. It connected me with the people who were important in order to make this happen. I mean, I’m still at AFTRS and I’m already employed full time. That’s a testament to AFTRS.” – Gareth Thomson |
Discover how to deliver innovative content, fast-tracking your radio and podcasting career in AFTRS’ state-of-the-art digital studios.
You will build key contacts as you work alongside industry professionals and emerge with highly sought-after broadcasting and podcasting skills.
This program produces creative radio and podcast professionals capable of shaping the future of the Australian radio and podcast industry.
During the program, you will have the opportunity to collaborate to produce up to four major live broadcasts. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of formats. You’ll develop advanced craft practices in announcing, audio production, program producing, writing, news, voiceover, music directing, online and digital content, podcasting, marketing and integration. All students will be offered a professional placement in their final semester.
Your learning will also extend beyond the school environment. Professionals from all radio sectors take part in program instruction, passing on their knowledge and experience.
This program will teach you how to achieve the best possible standards in broadcast and podcasting and develop your confidence in your own creative ability.
For more information download the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting course guide.
AFTRS’ Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting is designed specifically to meet the needs of the Australian radio and podcast industry and is firmly based in practical craft development. The program is structured around analysis of broadcast, podcast, online and multi-platform theory. You will learn about current practices and future trends in radio and podcasting.
Potential careers:
Natalie Pozdeev is a media education specialist, with expertise in practice-based radio, journalism and digital content training. As Program Convenor…
Andrea Ho is a media professional and an experienced leader, broadcaster and content maker. Andrea started her broadcasting career in…
The focus of this program is to prepare radio professionals for their future roles in the radio, podcast and multiplatform broadcasting industries. This program is firmly based in practical craft development, balanced with theoretical frameworks that equip students to think critically and evaluate complex problems in order to reach radio and podcast audiences. Students will gain core knowledge and skills in collaboration, content development processes, including Indigenous culture and protocols, and existing, new and emerging broadcast platforms.
Research analyse and evaluate radio, podcast and multi-platform audio industries, locally national and international
Apply advanced technical and creative skills in radio and podcasting to produce compelling, high-quality live and pre-recorded content for broadcast and online
Initiate and implement programming and management strategies to create innovative multimedia broadcasts for multiplatform delivery
Work effectively, positively and collaboratively in line with current industry practices and standards
Storytellers
Practitioners
Creators
Cultural leaders
Storytellers who possess the courage and integrity to embrace and reflect Australian perspectives.
Practitioners skilled for the screen and audio industries.
Creators who can effectively communicate ideas, problem-solve and collaborate inclusively.
Cultural leaders able to apply positionality and ethics in their practice.
DISCLAIMER: Changes in circumstances may impact upon the accuracy or currency of information. While AFTRS takes all due care to ensure that the information is accurate, it reserves the right to vary any information described here without notice.
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