A boardroom of students in a lecture
SPUC-PUBRL

Public Relations

Undergraduate specialisation

Learn the basic skills you need to succeed in the fast-paced world of PR.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Public Relations Specialisation
  • Credit

    Credit

    100
Course outline

Select your preferred degree

This course belongs to multiple degrees. Select the single degree or double degree below to see the application deadlines.

Course outline

Offering

Apply now to Curtin for 2024
Ready to take the next step towards university?

Apply now to Curtin for 2024

Whether you're a year 12 student applying through TISC or you’re looking to apply directly to Curtin, we've got the information you need to get your application set. Learn about key dates for applications and offers, how to change your TISC preferences, entry pathways into Curtin, scholarships, and more.

Outline

Outline

Public relations is a dynamic, versatile and ever-changing industry that requires a natural curiosity for the world around you. Successful PR professionals are excellent listeners, in tune with changing trends and expectations.

This carefully selected series of units is designed to prepare future PR professionals to communicate with stakeholders across all facets of business and industries. It can complement related majors such as marketing, management, international relations or journalism, but is also ideal for students in other disciplines, such as health, engineering or finance who want to enhance their communication skills.

Because professional communicators work across all industries, a grounding in public relations can provide you with varied career options, including government, not-for-profit, agency and corporate employment opportunities.

What jobs can the Public Relations lead to?

Careers

  • Corporate affairs advisor
  • Communications officer
  • Digital engagement manager
  • Event coordinator
  • Senior media advisor
  • Internal communications specialist
  • Government relations coordinator
  • Public relations consultant

Industries

  • Event management
  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Marketing and communications
  • Mining and resources
  • Education
  • Tourism
  • Sports
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Fee information is not available for this course at this time. Find estimated course fees.

Looking for more detail on the course structure?

View course structure
  • The offering information on this website applies only to future students. Current students should refer to faculty handbooks for current or past course information.

    The information on this page may be subject to change. In particular, Curtin University may change the content, method or location of delivery or tuition fees of courses.

    While Curtin uses reasonable efforts to ensure that the information provided on this page is accurate and up to date, errors and omissions sometimes occur. Curtin makes no warranty, representation or undertaking (expressed or implied) nor does it assume any legal liability (direct or indirect) for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information.

    View courses information disclaimer.

  • Curtin course code: SPUC-PUBRL
  • Last updated on: 3 December 2023

Got a question? We’re here to help.

Call 1300 222 888 Send us an email Ask us a question Book an appointment

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Specialisations

Bachelor of Commerce Specialisations

Bachelor of Innovation Specialisations

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Specialisations

Bachelor of Commerce Specialisations

Bachelor of Innovation Specialisations

Learn more about Commerce

Apply for Public Relations Specialisation