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Public Relations (Graduate Diploma)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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Offered by Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Public Relations (Graduate Diploma) is a postgraduate diploma in Communication Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered in a hybrid format.

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Communication Studies
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Hybrid

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Diplome d'etudes superieures specialisees (DESS) in Public Relations at Universite Laval is a 30-credit graduate diploma designed as complementary training for professionals whose first degree was in a field other than public relations. It is typically completed in about one year of full-time study across two consecutive 15-credit sessions, building communications competencies sought in public-relations practice. Up to 15 credits of prior learning may be recognized toward the diploma. Courses are offered during both day and evening hours on weekdays, with some courses available at a distance, combining in-person and remote formats. Admission is offered for the Fall and Winter terms. The diploma suits graduates from other disciplines who want formal public-relations training added to an existing degree.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a discipline other than public relations is required, along with a program or graduation GPA of at least 3.00 on the 4.33 scale. Non-francophone applicants must achieve a TCF score of at least 600 out of 699 with at least 14 out of 20 on the written-expression component. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and a motivation letter of one to two pages, plus official French test results if applicable.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université Laval

“Deo favente haud pluribus impar”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Public Relations (Graduate Diploma) award?

Université Laval awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Communication Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Public Relations (Graduate Diploma) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can Public Relations (Graduate Diploma) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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