Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) / Bachelor of Business Studies

What is this course about?

CSU'S Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) / Bachelor of Business Studies equips graduates for the planning and management of communication strategies for a variety of organisations.

About the course

Diverse, fascinating and challenging careers are available to graduates of this course. Workshops, case studies and projects in the core subjects cover planning and management of communication strategies for a variety of organisations, as well as crisis and issues management, writing for organisations, communication audits, media relations and communication campaigns are some of the subjects covered by the course.

You will become acquainted with the substance of business so that you can aspire to accept responsibility and learn to manage technical and organisational change. It will also provide you with skills that will help you become an effective manager, able to understand the needs of colleagues, apply technology, and have an extensive knowledge of the political, economic and social environment.

Hands-on experience

Case studies and projects in the core subjects cover planning and management of communication strategies, ensuring graduates are provided with a portfolio of work that demonstrates a high level of expertise.

Practical experience

Recent additions to the course structure provide students with the opportunity to work in teams on real projects in the Bathurst-Orange-Oberon region to gain valuable experience prior to their internship.

Students complete internships of four weeks with major public relations firms and corporate public affairs offices to equip them with practical, useable skills developed while working with real clients on real projects.

Campus

Bathurst

Duration

4 years full-time on campus

Admission rank cut-offs

ATAR + criteria

CRICOS code

054589G

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 256 points. At the end of the program, students graduate with two separate awards, the Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) and the Bachelor of Business Studies.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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Study Mode

On campus

Where

Bathurst

When

Session 1

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

4 years full-time on campus

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

ATAR + criteria

How to apply

Admission code/s

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