PhD - Public Relations as a subject
Main Subject, Second Subject
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component.
The world of public relations is fast-growing and exciting. Get the public relations skills you need to help an organisation build trusted relationships with its key stakeholders and enhance its public reputation.
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Key information
| Years: | 3 |
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| Start Dates: | The first day of any month from February to November |
| Estimated Fees* (Domestic): | $6,591 - $7,067 per year |
| Estimated Fees* (International): | $6,800 - $7,220 per year |
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New Zealand resident International PhD students pay the domestic fee.
*Tuition fees shown above are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. |
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Career opportunities
- Public relations executive
- Communications advisor/manager
- Community liaison manager
- Content writer
- Digital and social media manager
- Events and sponsorship manager
- Internal communications advisor
- Media relations adviser
- Press secretary
- Sponsorship/fundraising manager
- Stakeholder and engagement manager
Degree Planner
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern completed a Bachelor of Communication Studies at Waikato Management School in 2001.
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Scholarships and prizes
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Graduate study options
- Bachelor of Communication with Honours
- Bachelor of Business with Honours in Public Relations
- Postgraduate Certificate in Public Relations
- Postgraduate Diploma in Public Relations
- Master of Management Studies in Public Relations
- Doctor of Philosophy in Public Relations
Contacts
Management Student Centre (MSC)
Level One - Waikato Management School
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Email: [email protected]
Website: www.management.ac.nz/msc
Opening hours: 8.45am - 4.45pm Monday to Friday
Location: MSB.1.50, Hillcrest Road, University of Waikato, Hamilton