Bachelor of Arts (Second Major: Public Relations)

Public relations is now an essential part of business life. Its practitioners are expected to communicate with a wide range of people, including employees, the media, consumers and external stakeholders. Besides high-quality written and oral communication, PR professionals must be adept at event management, marketing, social media and crisis management.

Our major in Public Relations is designed for those who want to pursue a career in the demanding world of corporate communications or an allied field such as event management, media relations or speechwriting. Available as a second Major as part of your Bachelor of Arts degree, you will explore topics such as business research, public relations writing, issues and crisis management, event management and electronic public relations.

While many graduates will find employment in the private sector, the skills you attain during this program are also in high demand by the government, politicians and the not-for-profit sector.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors; many employers will welcome the transferable skills. The following careers are open to graduates of this program: event management, media relations or public relations, and speechwriting for government, private or not-for-profit organisations.

Opportunities and experiences

You can apply directly to the University and there is no application fee.

To apply, please complete the online application form and submit it with all supporting documents.

If you prefer, you can download a print version of the international application form. The application form also contains questions relating to Genuine Temporary Entrant assessment. For more information, please download the International Program Guide.

• What you'll need to apply

  • Certified copies of your academic basis for entry
  • Certified copies of proof of English language proficiency
  • Certified copy of your proof of citizenship/residency
  • Certified copies of existing Australian visa and/or OSHC (if applicable)
  • Evidence of your ability to pay tuition fees and living expenses while in Australia

• Admissions process

  Our admissions process comprises four easy steps:

  1. Apply – direct or via an education agent
  2. Receive your offer – successful applicants receive an offer via email
  3. Accept - your offer and make fee payment
  4. Enrol – receive your eCoE and apply for your student visa (if applicable), and enrol at Notre Dame