6.5, no score lower than 6.0
Essential requirements for admission
Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements
Applicants with higher education study
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Completed bridging or enabling course
Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
Applicants with work and life experience
Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years, and a formal interview or portfolio submission (see other admissions options below).
OR
Applicants with recent secondary education (within past two years)
ATAR-based admission
An ATAR of 60 (including adjustment factors)
Our industry reputation
We have a proven history of graduates who are high achievers across the industry. As a result of Charles Sturt University's agency approach, graduates are highly sought after.
Gain extensive practical experience
Work with real clients in Charles Sturt University's project-based curriculum. You'll undertake study tours, case studies and client projects in core subjects, covering planning and management of communication strategies, ensuring when you graduate you have a portfolio of work that demonstrates your expertise. You'll also complete at least four weeks of internship in corporations, consultancies or not-for-profit sectors, and there are opportunities for industry placements overseas.
An academic team that's industry-connected
Your tutors have extensive experience across a range of communication industries. This course will teach you to communicate strategically and develop the written and oral communication skills you need to succeed.
Access the latest facilities
These include dynamic workspaces that facilitate professional team building, such as multimedia production facilities, a multifunction television studio, campus radio station and student marketing communication agency.
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Public relations practitioners are skilled in planning and managing communication strategies, crisis and issues management, writing for organisations, communication audits, media relations and communication campaigns.
Contribute to public organisations
Graduates are highly sought after in public relations roles within government departments and other public bodies, in Australia and across the globe.
Lead business innovation
You could find employment as a public relations professional in multinational corporations across public relations, public or corporate affairs departments, as well as in private public relations consultancies.
Join a not-for-profit
You'll be well-placed to secure a role in community relations, charities or activist communications.
OSHC: 559 $ AUD per year
