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Master of Public Relations and Advertising / Master of Design

Masters.
UNSW Sydney

79

in world overall ranking*

12

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This dual master’s degree combines strategic public relations and advertising with design-led thinking to help you create persuasive campaigns and strong brand narratives. You’ll build skills in communication strategy, creative development and audience insight, learning how to plan and deliver integrated messages across channels. The program brings together professional practice and design methods for advanced study in Media & Communication at master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles in public relations, advertising and brand communications across agencies, corporations, government and not-for-profits. Career pathways can include PR consultant, account manager, communications adviser, brand strategist, campaign planner, content/creative strategist and social media or digital communications roles. This qualification supports progression to leadership in Media & Communication and design-informed campaign work at master’s level.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
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Costs

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A$50,000 per year
Total degree: A$159,500

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Total degree: A$111,000

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Information

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3 years

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Term 1, 2 & 3

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Paddington

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8234

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL SCIENTIA COURSEWORK SCHOLARSHIP (PUCA1025)

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconUNSW GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to A$7,500

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