Diploma of Professional Communication

About the course

UniSQ’s Diploma of Professional Communication builds practical communication capabilities for modern workplaces, with industry-relevant study in areas such as advertising, public relations and journalism. You’ll develop skills to write, speak and present across different media and professional contexts. Designed as a one-year qualification, it can be used as a pathway to further university study or to support entry into communication-focused roles. The programme provides practical media, writing, and presentation skills for paraprofessional communication roles.

What you might learn

To graduate from the Diploma of Professional Communication, you must successfully complete 8 units of study.

Career outcome

Graduates gain transferable professional communication skills valued across sectors including media, arts and entertainment, design, finance and professional services. The diploma supports entry-level roles that involve creating content, promoting organisations and engaging audiences. Typical job pathways include public relations assistant, marketing assistant, journalism and media assistant, corporate communications officer, and community engagement officer in government, agencies, or private organisations.

Living Costs in Toowoomba**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 839 - 1,110	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 652 - 863
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 12	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)