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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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Graduate Diploma of Public Relations

  • Graduate Diploma

Prepare for a future at the forefront of strategic communication decisions with USQ’s Graduate Diploma of Public Relations.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Fees
$20,080 per year

About this course

Prepare for a future at the forefront of strategic communication decisions with USQ’s Graduate Diploma of Public Relations. Whether you are considering a career change, or you’re a current public relations practitioner or manager, this degree will provide you with the practical expertise to improve the reputation of your organisation. You will design public relations campaigns and learn how to write quality communication, leverage social media opportunities, navigate crises and issues and conduct public relations research. You will graduate ready to move from a technical role in public relations to a managerial role.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements Completion of an Australian university Bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent. or A minimum of five years’ professional work experience, or equivalent.   English Language Requirements You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6. 5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program. Admission pathways A number of other pathways are also available if you haven't been able to study previously or don't meet the requirements for entry into your program of interest. We can help

Minimum Prior Qualification
Bachelor

Study locations

Online

How to apply

How to apply Apply with USQ Closing dates Applying directly to USQ: Semester 1, 2020 - applications close Friday 28 February, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 24 February 2020. Credit for previous study or work experience You may be eligible for credit if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Southern Queensland (USQ).
86.1%
Overall satisfaction
77.8%
Skill scale
61.1%
Teaching scale
90.4%
Employed full-time
$114k
Average salary