Public Relations
    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 24,716 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Public Relations

    About

    Course summary

    • Develop the creative, theoretical and technical skills required for a successful PR career
    • Explore communication theory, practice and research through wide-ranging learning methods
    • Learn how the industry works - build relationships and develop reputations with real-life briefs
    • Attain excellent, sought-after PR credentials on a CIPR and PRCA-accredited course
    • Benefit from the tutelage of PR specialists and attend masterclasses from industry insiders

    This course allows you to develop a deep understanding and flair for PR. You'll attain industry knowledge and gain contacts as well as reinforce your skills with detailed theoretical grounding - leaving as an employable, experienced professional.

    This course is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR).

    When you enrol on a course recognised by the CIPR you are eligible for CIPR Student Membership. This gives you access to the members area of the CIPR website, where they have a dedicated student area which offers help and advice on getting into the PR industry.

    Explore the industry and develop the skills needed for a career in PR on this CIPR and PRCA-accredited course.

    Disciplines

    Media PR and journalism

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Normally

    • an honours degree (2.2 or above) or equivalent in any subject

    • a good standard of written and spoken English.

    Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level.

    You may also be considered if you do not hold a degree but can provide evidence of relevant professional experience.

    If you do not have such academic qualifications we may consider your application individually, based on your personal, professional and work experience, and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 52
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Career

    Future careers

    This course prepares you for a career in

    • public and private sector organisations
    • PR agencies
    • charities
    • pressure groups
    • voluntary sector.organisations

    This course benefits from Partner University status with the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA). A limited number of Universities are endorsed by the PRCA for offering excellent courses which are intellectually rigorous and esteemed by employers.

    You gain automatic free student membership of the PRCA and all the benefits that come with it, including exclusive access to work placements, internships, graduate schemes and entry level jobs, free online training and free access to the industry recognised PRCA Online Certificate.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    24,716 / year

    Public Relations

    Sheffield Hallam University

    Sheffield Hallam University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Sheffield