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The subjects will be predominantly face-to-face with online learning components, while others will be mostly online, with some campus-based classes. A range of blended teaching strategies will be used to enhance the effectiveness of delivery and tailor your learning experience.
Full time / Part time / On campus
February | July (international); February (domestic)
Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview From bold ideas to strategic storytelling, develop the skills to craft persuasive campaigns, manage public image and lead conversations across digital platforms. #5 in Australia and top 100 in the world for Media & Communication*.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career As a graduate of the Bachelor of Professional Communication you can expect to work as an advertising creative or strategist; as a digital communication coordinator or content and digital manager; as a public relations consultant or media adviser. You will also be prepared for a transformative role in the diverse and growing field of professional communication. New jobs in advertising, digital communication and public relations are emerging as the result of disruptions and megatrends in the field of professional communication. These roles have formed due to the high demand for specialised knowledge in areas including social media, web analytics, community engagement, risk and crisis management, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Alternatively, you may choose to pursue further study or research. Career outcomes Content creator Content creation is one of the most flexible and fast‑moving ways to build a career today. The average salary in Australia is $78,000 per year*. How to become a content creator Advertising specialist The average annual salary in Australia is $85,000*. Marketing and Communications Coordinator The average annual salary in Australia is $80,000*. Public Relations Specialist The average annual salary in Australia is $108,000*. Media Adviser The average annual salary in Australia is $125,000*. *Source: seek.com.au 2026 Professional recognition and accreditation Accredited Public Relations major The Public Relations major within this course is accredited by the Communication and Public Relations Australia (CPRA) , the peak body for the industry. <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
In the Bachelor of Professional Communication component of this double degree, you can choose one major and one minor in Media and Communication. Major options include Advertising, Public Relations, and Digital Communication.
To graduate from the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Professional Communication, you must complete 24 subjects totalling 288 credit points in Law (including 19 core subjects and 5 approved law options) and 16 subjects totalling 192 credit points in Professional Communication (including 4 foundation subjects, 1 major and 4 subjects from your selected Media and Communication minor or university electives).
In Australia, there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in Professional Communication; however, the Public Relations Major in the Bachelor of Professional Communication is accredited by Communication and Public Relations Australia (CPRA). Students undertaking the Public Relations Major are eligible for the CPRA Introductory Membership upon graduation.
RMIT offers a range of opportunities for students to study abroad through overseas work, exchange and study experiences with over 165 partner universities worldwide. In the Bachelor of Laws component, you may also be given the opportunity to undertake study tours with partners in countries including Vietnam and New Zealand.
To be eligible to be admitted to practise law in Australia, you will need to complete the Practical Legal Training (PLT) requirements, either through one year of Supervised Workplace Training with a law firm or an approved PLT course. The PLT course can be undertaken on a fee-paying basis through Leo Cussen Centre for Law or The College of Law.
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