PGCert in Public Relations

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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PGCert in Public Relations is a postgraduate certificate in Communication Studies programme offered by Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 5,815 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Certificate

Field: Communication Studies

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 5,815 / year

International tuition: CAD 13,505 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: nscc.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This one-year Postgraduate Certificate at Nova Scotia Community College prepares graduates for careers across public relations and communications roles. Delivered on campus, the program blends communication, business, and design and creative skills to help organizations plan and execute public relations strategy. A mandatory field experience placement, lasting approximately six weeks and typically unpaid, provides workplace exposure, and the program includes a mentorship component pairing students with practicing public relations professionals. Admission requires a mandatory entrance portfolio in addition to academic qualifications. Graduates receive a Postgraduate Certificate. Admission otherwise requires a two-year diploma, undergraduate degree, or equivalent; applicants with a high school diploma and at least five years of work experience in any industry may be considered under NSCC's Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a two-year diploma, undergraduate degree, or equivalent. Applicants with a high school graduation diploma and a minimum of five years of experience in any industry may be considered for admission under NSCC's Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) policy. A mandatory entrance portfolio is required. International applicants must submit official post-secondary documents for assessment.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Nova Scotia Community College

Type: College

Founded: 1996

Students: 22,000

Programs: 120

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGCert in Public Relations award?

Nova Scotia Community College awards a Postgraduate Certificate in the field of Communication Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does PGCert in Public Relations take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does PGCert in Public Relations cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 5,815 per year for local students).

Can PGCert in Public Relations be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Nova Scotia Community College.

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