Public Relations Internship (COMU3801)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Communication & Arts School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
1 Seminar hour
Prerequisite
COMU1052, COMU1152, COMU2005 & COMU2012 or COMU3002
Restricted
Enrolment is by permission and restricted to students in the Bachelor of Communication, Public Relations major, and associated dual degrees with a cumulative GPA of 5. Download the application form from http://communication-arts.uq.edu.au/filething/get/6912/Placement-Application.docx.
Assessment methods
Professional Development Log; Online Portfolio
Course enquiries
Doctor Caroline Wilson-Barnao (Semester 1, Semester 2, St Lucia, In person)
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2025 (23/06/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Students participate in the workday routine of a public relations organisation for the specified period, undertaking those tasks assigned to them and seeking to display initiative, enthusiasm, professionalism and a willingness to learn. You will, where opportunity allows, contribute to the output of the organisation, working under the supervision of a public relations practitioner. Upon completion, students submit an electronic portfolio and an online self-assessment. You will plan, observe and analyse; submitting your planning prior to the placement, and summarising your observations and analysis at the conclusion of your internship.