Overview

Through the Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) program from Deakin University you'll connect with industry professionals Work with actual clients on real-life problems. Graduate with a divers and rich portfolio of PR work.And because Deakin fosters strong relationships throughout the sector, you'll have access to exciting internships and international study options.

Career opportunities:

Your future career could take you to private or public sectors, the newsroom, a top agency or digital start-up, or even as an entrepreneurial self-starter. Our graduates go on to excel in roles like:

Public relations manager
Brand and social media manager
Account executive
Advertising copywriter
Digital content coordinator
Event management officer
Government relations officer
Marketing and communications coordinator
Media relations advisor.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) is accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA). Graduates of accredited degrees are permitted accelerated membership of the PRIA.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Communication and Writing
Media Relations Strategy
Issues, Crisis, and Risk Communication
Lobbying, Advocacy and Public Opinion
Social Media Strategy
Public Relations Campaigns
Ethics, Persuasion and Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-18 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia
Geelong, Australia

Disciplines

Communication Studies Public Relations View 28 other Bachelors in Public Relations in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 109272D Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
General admission requirements for entry into undergraduate courses for international students at Deakin are summarised in the undergraduate course requirements.

All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements.

Please note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee selection, which is based on merit, likelihood of success and availability of places in the course.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

37400 AUD / year

≈ 37400 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16678 AUD / year

≈ 16678 AUD / year

Additional Details

National - Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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