MECM10006 Communication for Changemaking
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2.5 class hours a week
Is MECM10006 hard?
MECM10006: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: Reviewers say the workload is light, No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week, First-year subject.
What you learn
How communication shapes social and political change, and how to research, write and edit persuasive pieces about issues you care about.
After it you can
- Explain basic ideas of media and genre theory
- Assess how media representation affects social issues
- Argue for change clearly in speech and writing
What you need first
None
What it leads to
Careers
Helps toward: Journalist
How it’s assessed
Assignments 100%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 10 students on StudentVIP (2016–2023)
- A practical writing subject covering news, profiles, reviews and similar styles, built around two folios that need interviews. Those interested in journalism liked building a portfolio.
- Lectures are light and fairly common-sense; some found the content too basic. Draft and peer-review deadlines keep you on track but can feel rushed, and a 2019 reviewer found marking harsh.
A summary of public reviews, not scored here.
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Quick answers
- When is MECM10006 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MECM10006?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MECM10006 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 100%.
- Is MECM10006 hard?
- From 10 student reviews on StudentVIP: A practical writing subject covering news, profiles, reviews and similar styles, built around two folios that need interviews. Those interested in journalism liked building a portfolio.
- What do students say about MECM10006?
- A practical writing subject covering news, profiles, reviews and similar styles, built around two folios that need interviews. Those interested in journalism liked building a portfolio. Lectures are light and fairly common-sense; some found the content too basic. Draft and peer-review deadlines keep you on track but can feel rushed, and a 2019 reviewer found marking harsh.
- How many class hours a week does MECM10006 have?
- 2.5 h a week in class
- Can I take MECM10006 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- What can I take after MECM10006?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example MECM30017.
- Can I rate MECM10006?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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