Swinburne University of Technology Online

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Public Relations)

Swinburne University of Technology Online (RTO 3059)
Institution rating
4.4
Duration
From 3 yearsfull-time(part-time available)
Study mode
Online
Next start date
March

Why study this course

As a PR professional you'll help businesses understand their audience, and create and implement successful campaigns that get the right message across.

This course is delivered online, which means you can study any time and from any location. You'll graduate with a degree that's identical to one gained on campus.

Entry requirements

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience and appropriate English language skills will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Year 12 entry

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

Applicants must meet the associated minimum ATAR score and gain a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

Where is this course offered?

This course is delivered online, so you can:

  • Study from anywhere and choose when you want to fit study into your week
  • Access all study materials, assessments, and student support services
  • Achieve the same qualification as someone studying in a classroom

Find out more about online courses and the benefits of studying online.

What you’ll learn

Learn how to:

  • Research audiences
  • Develop messages that target these audiences
  • Create communication programs
  • Evaluate a program's success

Enquire with Swinburne University of Technology Online to find out more about the course content, units, and what you’ll learn.

Course price

The course price can vary depending on a few factors, including:

  • Whether the institution offers subsidies, concessions, or government loans and your eligibility to receive them
  • Your previous study and work experience
  • Your unit selections

Enquire with Swinburne University of Technology Online to find out more about the course price for you.

What to know before you apply

To help you decide if this is the right course for you, Swinburne University of Technology Online can provide you with more information about:

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to get credit or RPL for some units of this course based on your previous studies and work experience. This means the duration of the course may be reduced.


Enquire with Swinburne University of Technology Online to find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Student ratings of Swinburne University of Technology Online courses

Swinburne University of Technology Online
4.4
(33 reviews)
*Combined student rating of this institution's courses
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Percentage of students that felt this course had a positive impact on their career
77%
Percentage of students that would recommend this course to a friend, relative or colleague
91%

Current and industry-relevant content
4.5
Course content compared to what was expected
4.3
Balance between theory and practical work
3.7
Quality of teachers and academic support
4.3
Ability to balance study with your other commitments
4.4
Assistance to help you find a job
3.4
Quality of online study portal
4.5
Transparency of course fees
4.4

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Support and delivery

Set your own timetable

Designed for maximum flexibility, this public relations course allows you to study anytime, anywhere.

There are 3 teaching periods a year, and you can enrol in 1 to 4 units every period.

On average, for a single unit, you should allow for approximately 8 hours of active learning each week. Active learning includes engaging with learning materials and activities, interaction with other students, readings and assessment tasks.

Possible study loads:

  • Full-time: 8 units per year over 3 years
  • Suggested: 6 units per year over 4 years
  • Part-time: 4 units per year over 6 years

There are study breaks between teaching periods and over Christmas / New Year so you can take time out during your course.

Supportive, Interactive Learning

With many distance education courses, content originally designed for traditional face-to-face learning is adapted for online use, which may not always be practical.

With Swinburne Online, your course has been developed specifically for online delivery, so you get the most out of your online studies. The entire learning experience is designed to be supportive, engaging and collaborative. Your course content is supplemented by online communication technologies such as discussion boards, chat sessions, email and blogs.

  • All learning materials included
  • Access your course through an online learning platform
  • Excellent tutor-student ratio
  • Regular feedback and guidance from eLearning Advisors

In addition, Student Advisors are available by email and phone 7 days a week to respond to any queries you may have around your study.

These Student Advisors officers will provide information on admissions, enrolment and re-enrolment, course advice, policies and regulations and academic assessments, and assist you with any technical issues you may experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Your previous academic experience may count towards your degree through course credit and RPL.

This means you may be able to shorten the duration of your study and complete a degree course sooner, saving you time and money.

Familiarise Yourself with Online Study

The Bachelor of Media and Communication (Public Relations) includes a foundation unit called "Learning and Communicating Online". This unit is especially useful if you're returning to study after a long time, or are unfamiliar with online learning.

It will help you gain skills in:

  • written and online communication
  • collaborating in individual and group work
  • critiquing and analysing information sources

Upon completion of this unit, you'll be more confident about online study.

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Swinburne University of Technology Online

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Public Relations)

You may wish to discuss the following with Swinburne University of Technology Online:

  • Course price
  • Prior Recognition of Learning (RPL)

Submit an enquiry direct to Swinburne University of Technology Online.

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