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BA Combined and Single Honours in Public Relations

University of Central Lancashire

This public relations component of our Combined and Single Honours courses offers our most comprehensive preparation for a public relations career. It provides a clear insight into how public relations operates in the real world and links theories to reality. The course has been designed to thoroughly prepare you for working as a press or communications officer or as a specialist in public affairs, investor relations, internal communications, corporate communications and corporate social responsibility for example. The course includes an optional 48-week placement. All applicants will be offered a 1:1 meeting with a member of the academic team.

MA Public Relations

Bournemouth University

The MA Public Relations is right up-to-date for future public relations advisers who are seeking to make their mark in the world and is taught by an academic team with a strong industry and research record. It addresses the needs of students and their future employers by fostering knowledge and skills in public relations, communication and analysis. There is a strong emphasis on developing a strategic perspective of organisational and corporate communications.

MA Public Relations

De Montfort University

The MA Public Relations (CIPR recognised) at De Montfort University aims not just to equip students with industry-specific public relations skills but also encourage them to think about the broader context in which the practice of public relations is situated. For some students this qualification will act as a springboard into a successful public relations career for others it will open up opportunities to progress existing careers into senior management or other positions that require the ability to strategically manage communications.

BA (Hons) Public Relations

University of Greenwich

The programme for this course has been developed by experienced academic and PR professionals in consultation with industry and has been designed specifically for people who are aspiring to a PR career. It is aimed at individuals who wish to become skilled, knowledgeable and experienced professionals in PR practice.

MSc Corporate Communications

Leeds Metropolitan University

The MSc Corporate Communications provides a framework for practising communication managers and leaders to develop their professional performance and enhance their career opportunities in the field of strategic corporate communications. This equips them to provide effective strategic direction of the communications of contemporary organisations in the private and public sectors.

BA (Hons) Journalism and Public Relations

University of Lincoln

The BA Honours Public Relations and Journalism degree combines modules from two distinct disciplines, which are becoming increasingly interdependent in the 21st century media environment. The modules offered by the Journalism subject are designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills to provide the grounding for a journalistic career in today’s rapidly changing world of converged media. Equally, the modules from the PR subject are designed to provide the essential knowledge and skills to enable graduates to proceed into the world of PR.

MA Communications Management

London Metropolitan University

This postgraduate programme of study is concerned with a specialist area that is part of two wider fields of study: communications (or media) studies and business studies. This area of academic interest and activity is sometimes also called organisational or corporate communications, and the phrase 'news management' is also sometimes used in this context. The course aims to provide a thorough knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis available to those professionally and academically concerned with communications management and the necessary skills to use these methods in a professional context. The course will also emphasise the need to look beyond the application of techniques; it will, therefore, incorporate a critical attitude to research and encourage you to operate as reflective practitioners, whether in a professional or academic context.

MSc/PGDip Political Lobbying and Public Affairs

University of Ulster

This innovative programme takes public affairs to the area of corporate strategy at which lobbying and public relations intersect. It is designed to facilitate the integration of practical skills and rigorous academic theory to enable you to develop research skills and to equip you with the knowledge to enhance your prospects for employment. You will develop an understanding of political lobbying and public affairs, as well as the strategic importance of communication and how it operates within and across various national and international contexts and cultures. This programme encourages the critical, analytical and independent thinking necessary for continuing professional development.

MA Strategic Communication (part time, blended learning)

University of Central Lancashire

This part-time course is designed for practising communication professionals. It is for people who want to develop their capacity to think strategically and are ready for a new and personally stretching intellectual challenge. Students debate ideas with the enthusiastic teaching team and like minded participants. Subjects include principles of strategic communication, technology and communication, rhetoric, internal communication, communication management, and research methods followed by a dissertation. The course is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR). Graduates work as communication professionals in private, public and voluntary sector organisations.

PR for TV and Radio

CIPR

Radio and television offer some of the most powerful opportunities for PR campaigns. This popular one day workshop provides a revealing insight into what works and what doesn't work in these media.

Fresh

Breakfast briefing | CIPR

If you're in the first few years of your public relations career and are keen to get ahead, this new programme of practical, hour-long briefings will provide you with essential information and advice on the skills that are key to your development in the public relations profession. Network with like-minded professionals over morning coffee and croissants and gain valuable insights from speakers who are experts in their fields. Tickets are a steal at £10 + VAT for CIPR members and £12.50 + VAT for non-members.

CIPR Diploma in Public Relations

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

This course takes in an in-depth look at PR as an integral part of successful business practice. You will acquire strategic theories, tools and techniques to improve your PR decision-making and effectiveness.

CIPR Advanced Certificate in Public Relations

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

If you are in the first couple of years of your PR career and want to develop your core knowledge and skills, the CIPR Advanced Certificate is for you. This course will provide you with a solid grounding in all of the key concepts, theories, techniques and skills that you need to become an effective PR practitioner. This course counts towards CPD and becoming a CIPR Accredited Practitioner – the hallmark of your commitment to professional development. On successful completion of this course, you can become a CIPR Associate member and will be eligible to progress your studies with the CIPR Diploma.

CIPR Foundation Award in Public Relations

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

This course is set at A-level standard and provides an introduction to PR as a career. Students will learn the basic theories of effective communication and develop writing and other essential skills and techniques.

CIPR Internal Communication Certificate

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

The CIPR Internal Communication Certificate will provide you with a solid grounding in all of the key concepts, techniques, theories and skills needed to develop effectively as an internal communicator. Once qualified, you can progress your studies with the CIPR Advanced Certificate and receive an exemption from the final unit of the course.

CIPR Internal Communication Diploma

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

The course is for experienced internal communication or PR professionals who who want to develop their strategic internal communication and management skills.

CIPR Public Affairs Diploma

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

The CIPR Public Affairs Diploma focuses on the process of policy formation and the wider corporate communications and reputational context in which public affairs operates.

Foundation Award Conversion Day

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

This course is open to people who have already attended the Introduction to PR Workshop and want to supplement their training and achieve a nationally recognised qualification. Successful completion of this Award will entitle delegates to progress on to the CIPR Advanced Certificate course and subsequently through on to the CIPR Diploma course.

Crisis (Response) Communication Diploma

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

This new short diploma, which is taught at masters level, has been devised to build skills, knowledge and understanding, developing practitioners to take a leading or senior advisory role when a response is demanded.

Internal Communication Certificate (online study)

CIPR Qualification | CIPR

As an alternative to centre-based study, you can study the Internal Communication Certificate online. This gives you the flexibility to study when and where you want. Teaching is delivered through online tutorials by expert lecturers and you will have access to extensive online learning resources and discussion groups.