The Diploma in Public Relations at the University of South Africa (UNISA) is a three-year open distance learning qualification at NQF level 6, offered through the College of Human Sciences. It develops competence in public relations and strategic communication, covering media relations, corporate communication, campaign planning, writing for public relations, and stakeholder engagement. Students build the practical skills to plan and deliver communication for organisations across the South African public, private, and non-profit sectors. It also provides a base for further study in communication or public relations.
Admission requires a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a Diploma endorsement with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, or a Senior Certificate (SC) with an equivalent pass, or a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) at level 4 with a diploma endorsement and at least 60% in the language of teaching and learning, or an appropriate Higher Certificate. The minimum admission point score (APS) for this qualification is 18. Once admitted, students need access to a computer, the internet, and data. The qualification is offered through open distance learning.
