Diploma in Digital Content Creation | Flinders Online

Diploma in

Digital Content Creation

Diploma in

Digital Content Creation

The world needs creative storytellers to make content that matters. Gain in-demand content creation skills.

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Fast Facts

Entry requirements

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

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VET

Certificate
III

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Duration

1 year

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Full-time, part-time

Start dates

March, July

Annual indicative fees (2025)

$16,992 (CSP)

Assumed knowledge

None

Prerequisites

None

Duration

1 year

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Full-time, part-time

Start dates

March, July

Annual indicative fees (2025)

$16,992 (CSP)

Assumed knowledge

None

Prerequisites

None

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Study Digital Content Creation at Flinders

Turn your love for posting engaging content into a great career.

Study Digital Content Creation at Flinders

Turn your love for posting engaging content into a great career.

If you're an emerging content creator, our new Diploma in Digital Content Creation will equip you with the essential skills to thrive in our fast-paced digital landscape.

Become a successful YouTuber, influencer, streamer, marketer or business owner with a focus on hands-on experiences that will give you the confidence to create, manage and market engaging digital content.

You’ll become familiar with various channels, from social media to video production, all while gaining a strong understanding of audience engagement and content strategy.

What you will study

You’ll complete 8 topics and develop the skills to communicate effectively across platforms. You'll understand why and how engaging content has the power to make an impact.

What you will study

You’ll complete 8 topics and develop the skills to communicate effectively across platforms. You'll understand why and how engaging content has the power to make an impact.

Topics you'll study include:

Marketing Principles in the Digital Era
Academic and Professional Communication
Digital Communication Fundamentals
Digital and Social Media
Indigenous Studies: An Introduction
Innovative and Creative Thinking: Recognising Opportunities
Cross-Platform Content Creation and Storytelling
Emerging Communication Technologies: AI, Blockchain and more

Topics you'll study include:

Marketing Principles in the Digital Era
Academic and Professional Communication
Digital Communication Fundamentals
Digital and Social Media
Indigenous Studies: An Introduction
Essential Multimedia
Cross-Platform Content Creation and Storytelling
Emerging Communication Technologies: AI, Blockchain and more

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Course handbook

Your career

With a career in content creation, you can share your passions with the world.

This course will prepare you for a career in the rapidly-growing creator economy. You’ll be equipped with the skills to monetise your creativity, and you’ll develop the knowledge that future-focused employers are seeking.

Your career

With a career in content creation, you can share your passions with the world.

This course will prepare you for a career in the rapidly-growing creator economy. You’ll be equipped with the skills to monetise your creativity, and you’ll develop the knowledge that future-focused employers are seeking.

Potential occupations

YouTuber

Business Owner

Influencer

Marketing Coordinator

Content Creator

$105,000*

$100,000*

$99,000*

$75,000*

$73,000*

*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.

Potential employers

Self-employment
Marketing agencies
Corporations
Government departments
Technology companies

Potential occupations

YouTuber

Business Owner

Influencer

Marketing Coordinator

Content Creator

$105,000*

$100,000*

$99,000*

$75,000*

$73,000*

*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.

Potential employers

Multinational corporations
Large private companies
Public sector
Market research consultancies
Corporate agencies
Not-for-profit organisations

Practical experience

This course will focus on developing skills which form the foundation for digital media production.

Practical experience

This course will focus on developing skills which form the foundation for digital media production.

You will learn how to create content using a variety of production software*, including things like:

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign, After Effects, Audition, etc.)
Figma
Trello
Discord
Google Analytics
Tableau

*Please note software availability may vary based on lab access and licensing. Free alternatives are available for most paid software - students should check course requirements for specific software needs each semester.

Flinders University is a future you can count on

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*.

Flexible online study - study anywhere, anytime and start, stop and restart your studies when life allows.

A future-focused course that walks the talk. Your assessments and course content will be delivered in creative, innovative ways. Think: podcasts and gamified quizzes, not lectures.

Graduate with a portfolio. Want a boost when you walk into job interviews? You’ll graduate from this course with a portfolio of work that demonstrates your practical application of learned skills – an asset for your career.

Practical learning. Enjoy hands-on, project-based learning and develop expertise in various media formats using the latest tools and technologies.

Learn from the experts. Gain the latest insights and access mentorship from experienced leaders in the industry.

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*

Flexible online study - study anywhere, anytime and start, stop and restart your studies when life allows

A future-focused course that walks the talk. Your assessments and course content will be delivered in creative, innovative ways. Think: podcasts and gamified quizzes, not lectures.

Graduate with a portfolio. Want a boost when you walk into job interviews? You’ll graduate from this course with a portfolio of work that demonstrates your practical application of learned skills – an asset for your career

Practical learning. Enjoy hands-on, project-based learning and develop expertise in various media formats using the latest tools and technologies.

Learn from the experts. Gain the latest insights and access mentorship from experienced leaders in the industry.

*THE World University Rankings 2023

Meet your academic

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Meet your academic

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Dr Lisa Harrison

Lecturer in Communication and Media

Dr Lisa Harrison is renowned for her pioneering work on the role of micro-influencers within creative industries. Her insightful research has made substantial strides in the field of digital communication and culture, and has shaped our understanding of contemporary digital culture and professional practices. Lisa has utilised her experience to establish her own digital marketing agency, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application, and fostering a new generation of digital leaders.

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Dr Lisa Harrison

Lecturer in Communication and Media

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Dr Lisa Harrison is renowned for her pioneering work on the role of micro-influencers within creative industries. Her insightful research has made substantial strides in the field of digital communication and culture, and has shaped our understanding of contemporary digital culture and professional practices. Lisa has utilised her experience to establish her own digital marketing agency, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application, and fostering a new generation of digital leaders.

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Entry requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

Find out more

TAFE/VET

Certificate III

ATAR

50.00

GPA

3.50

STAT

132/200

Find out more

TAFE/VET

Certificate III

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Bridging course

Completion of Flinders Foundation Studies

Have a question?

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Have a question?

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

What can I study after a Diploma in Digital Content Creation?

After studying the diploma, you can qualify for entry into a bachelor’s degree – so it’s a great way to get a taste of university life! This course could count for one full year of study depending on which degree you select to pursue afterwards. Or, if you’re ready to start a career in content creation, this diploma will qualify you for exactly that.

How do I become a YouTuber and get paid?

There’s a range of different ways to monetise your YouTube channel. This course will focus on improving your content creation skills, so you can take your YouTube game to the next level.

How do I become an influencer on TikTok or Instagram?

Content, content, content – and a great strategy behind it all. This course will help you find your ‘voice’ and to discover the direction you’d like to go in when it comes to your content.

Are content creators self-employed?

They can be, but plenty aren’t! There are many traditional job opportunities available for graduates of this diploma, including in marketing and advertising.

Are content creators in demand?

Yes. Content creation is a valued skill across many sectors, and there’s growing demand for content creators across Australia and globally.

How to apply?

Select your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and your eligibility.

Check the key application and enrolment dates.

Apply and submit your application via Direct Entry.

Who is eligible to apply?

Flinders Online courses are available for Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas and Pacific Engagement visa holders.

International students in Australia who hold a student visa are not eligible to apply.

For further information regarding course eligibility, refer to the individual entry requirements for each course.

When do I apply?

You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and by no later than teaching commencement dates. If places fill, applications for your preferred start date may close without notice and you will be considered for the next available intake.

Semester 1: teaching commences 3 March 2025 – Applications close 28 February 2025
Semester 2: teaching commences 28 July 2025 – Applications close 25 July 2025

Some courses have non-standard semester commencement dates as follows:

February Study Period: teaching commences 24 February 2025 – Applications close 21 February 2025
June Study Period: teaching commences 30 June 2025 – Applications close 27 June 2025
September Study Period: teaching commences 29 September 2025 – Applications close 26 September 2025

Please refer to the individual Flinders Online course for more information.

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