MA/MS in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

The Public Relations program at Full Sail University is a master's degree offered online. Learning is project-based, so students apply ideas in practical assignments rather than depending only on lectures. Instructors review deliverables along the way, and students are expected to take that feedback on board and revise their work as they progress through the program. The curriculum covers drafting, researching, carrying out and assessing PR media plans, with emphasis on relations with the press, social platforms, event promotion and managing reputation. Each course builds on the previous one, Graduates leave with real deliverables such as a press release, website, social media materials and podcasts. It is aimed at communications and PR professionals aiming at digital-first strategic leadership. Prospective students can request information from the university to learn how the format, schedule and admissions steps apply to their own circumstances before deciding to apply.