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Why study public relations at La Trobe?

Top-rated globally

La Trobe is in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

Times Higher Education (THE), 2020, World University Rankings 2021; Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), 2020, Ranking Web of Universities

World-class research

We’re ranked 'above world standard' for our research in language, communication and culture.

Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018

Kickstart your career while you study

Hone your public relations skills at our on-campus consultancy, The Agency.

Explore The Agency

Career opportunities in public relations

Career pathways

The skills you build in public relations prepare you for a range of careers, including:

  • media relations manager
  • campaign director
  • media officer
  • social media coordinator
  • digital content creator

Future employers

Potential employers of public relations graduates include:

  • Socom Public Relations
  • ANZ
  • Police Association
  • Communication consultancies
  • Government departments and universities

On the couch with maths, statistics and data science

Hear from our dedicated staff and ask questions via ON24’s Q&A portal.

Explore mathematical concepts and learn how to model abstract problems, problem solve and communicate clearly.

Broadcast from Melbourne Campus Open Day on Sunday 2 August, 2020.

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