Public Relations courses

About Public Relations And Corporate Communications, MA in University of Greenwich

Study a Master's in Public Relations and Corporate Communications to develop the skills for careers in a public relations or corporate communications role.

This public relations degree has been developed in partnership with the PR industry to ensure it is relevant to current practice. You'll learn how to help organisations communicate, build stronger relationships and engage increasingly demanding stakeholders. You also explore current developments and challenges within PR, from the rise of social media vs. the decline of traditional media to the influence of corporate social responsibility upon organisational reputation. The ethical dimensions of PR practice form an important framework for the course.

As a graduate of the MA Public Relations and Corporate Communications, you will emerge with the practical and theoretical skills required for careers in an increasingly influential management discipline.

What you should know about this course

•  You’ll learn to help firms communicate and how to build and manage a company's reputation.
•  This course is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR). Graduates will become eligible for the CIPR Advanced Certificate in Public Relations.
•  You benefit from the experience of leading PR practitioners as well as leading academics.
•  Our marketing subjects are ranked top in London overall (Complete University Guide 2019).

Careers and placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates have gained positions within PR consultancies, the public sector, NGOs and charities, and companies serving a range of sectors including consumer, technology, financial, political and corporate PR.

Do you provide employability services?

Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential and offer support for two years after graduation. Services include:

• CV, cover letter, and application tips 
• Interviews support
• Careers fairs
• Mentoring.

University of Greenwich is a popular institution for students from India, with approximately 280 students currently studying on a Bachelor's or Master's degree. You can choose from over 400 programmes across a vast range of subjects, including law, computer science and business. With a total student body of 38,000 students from over 140 nations across the world, you will benefit from a diverse and world-class learning experience right in the heart of London.

In order for you to start one of our programmes, you will need to meet both the academic and English language requirements. Below is a list of our standard entry requirements for most programmes, however, please note that some programmes may have a different entry requirement or require further assessment, such as a portfolio of work or interview. Please see the relevant individual programme page for further details.

Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Degrees (Master's)

For entry to our Master's programmes, you will need to have met the following:

• Four year bachelor degree with a minimum of 55% in Final Year for UK 2:2 OR 65% for UK 2:1(50% for UK 2:2 OR 60% for UK 2.1 from top University:Pune, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Osmania, JNTU)
• 70% in English in Standard XII or English language requirements

University of Greenwich has a range of specialist programmes for international students. Read about Pre-masters programmes and foundation programmes.

You must show your English language skills to complete your course. Requirements vary by course and level, but the good news is, you don't have to wait to reach the required level before you apply.

Here's what you need:

• IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

For some undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses, you need:

• IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

For MPhil/PhD postgraduate research degrees, you need:

• IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component

For many of our extended degree programmes, you will need:

• IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

The English language requirements for some extended degree programmes vary.

Please note, English language requirements may change.

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