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Public Relations
The course information on this page is for new students commencing their degree in 2016 only.
Students should follow the rules and requirements for the year that they commenced their course. The online course information for years prior to 2016 are available from the Archives link in the menu.
Students should also review current subject availabilities via the Subject Descriptions link in the menu.
If you’re interested in people and love to write, have good analytical skills and are able to work under pressure, a career in public relations (PR) may be right for you. It covers a variety of subjects including business communication, PR concepts, PR strategies, corporate identity and branding, marketing communications and advertising and PR campaigns.
You will learn how to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders using a range of media, including blog posts and social media, develop effective media relations and campaign plans, and write reports, speeches, video and presentation scripts, and strategic organisational responses.
UOW's PR major draws upon communication theory and teaches you how to evaluate the cultural and organisational contexts, key trends and ethical issues influencing contemporary PR, and to critically evaluate the role of PR in society and organisations.
Subjects Required for Major Study
Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
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MGNT102 | Business Communications* | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
MARK221 | Public Relations Concepts | 6 | Autumn |
MARK220 | Public Relations Writing | 6 | Spring |
MARK250 | Advertising Practice and Creative Strategies | 6 | Spring |
MARK301 | Digital Marketing | 6 | Autumn |
MARK321 | Creative Public Relations Campaigns | 6 | Autumn |
MARK322 | Corporate Identity and Branding | 6 | Spring |
MARK333 | Integrated Marketing Communications Strategy | 6 | Autumn |
Note: Students selecting the major in Public Relations(PR) must undertake MGNT102.
MGNT102 is a required subject for the PR major.
To ensure you have completed the 144 credit points required for your degree you will need to select ONE more 6 credit point Faculty of Business elective subject.
For students planning to complete a double major OR a double degree please consult an academic advisor.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION/ACCREDITATION
The Bachelor of Commerce (Public Relations) enables graduates to meet the membership requirements of relevant professional associations. For more information, visit Professional Accreditation and Recognition.
Other information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: business-enquiries@uow.edu.au