Bachelor of Public Relations

Our courses cover a broad spectrum of public relations skills. You’ll write stories, shoot videos, create podcasts and learn how to manage social media. You’ll learn about business, how to deal with the news media, and how to pull everything together into a communications strategy that helps your organization reach its goals.

And, at the core of this program is the writing. By the time you graduate, you’ll have developed the strong writing skills that Humber’s Bachelor of Public Relations is known for – the writing skills that employers value.

When it comes time to finding your first job, Humber’s reputation as one of Canada’s leading public relations schools will make your degree a valuable asset. Our grads are everywhere: in leadership roles at Canada’s top agencies, heading up departments in some of Canada’s largest corporations, or making a difference at charities or non-profit organizations.

According to the 2019-2020 KPI Graduate and Employer Satisfaction Survey, 100% of our graduates found full-time employment within six months of graduation, and over 90% were employed directly in the public relations field.

The Bachelor of Public Relations program at Humber is a fully accredited degree, so you may also choose to pursue education at the master's level. Some of our grads have gone on to study at some of Canada’s most prestigious universities including McMaster and the University of Toronto.

Vision Transforming post-secondary education through global, polytechnic leadership.

Mission Humber develops global citizens with the knowledge and skills to lead and innovate.

One of Canada's Largest Polytechnics

• More than 200 Full-Time Programs in 17 Areas of Interest.
• 6 Academic Faculties.
• More than 86,000 learners.
• More than 135,500 Full-Time Program Applications Annually.
• More than 9,300 International Students.

Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

• Academic

To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:

• Grade 12 English (ENG4U or equivalent) minimum 65 per cent
• Five Grade 12 U or M courses in addition to those listed above
• Overall minimum grade point average (GPA) 65 per cent

or

• Mature student status

or

• College or university transfer status

English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

International Credit Evaluation

Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

Application-Based Scholarships

Humber offers hundreds of different types of scholarships recognizing academic achievement, community involvement, leadership, volunteer services, and in some cases, to help with financial need. For more information about scholarships that may assist you with the costs of your post-secondary education, visit Student Scholarships.

Entrance Scholarships

To recognize academic achievement, Humber offers Degree Entrance and Degree Transfer Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically awarded based on academic average or credential completion.

Degree Entrance Scholarships

Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement. See the following chart for details. Some of the scholarships are renewable each year if you maintain an average of 80 per cent or more.

Degree Entrance Scholarship Average Requirement

Degree Transfer Scholarships ($1,500 - $2,500) Humber automatically awards degree transfer scholarships to students entering any Humber degree program who have completed a one-year Ontario college certificate* or a two- or three-year diploma with a GPA of 80 per cent or more from a publicly-funded college. Students who have achieved a program GPA of 80 per cent or more will be awarded a one-time scholarship of $1,500 for a certificate program or $2,500 for a diploma program in recognition of their academic achievement. Certificates and diplomas do not have to be related to the degree program of choice and are not tied to the eligibility for advanced standing or transfer credit. No application is required.

*Certificates do not include Ontario Graduate Certificates, Certificates of Achievement or Certificates of Completion.

Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships

Humber provides assistance to Indigenous Students in meeting the costs of their tuition and living expenses while studying full-time or part-time.

Bursaries

Humber is dedicated to providing you with a variety of bursaries to help you successfully pursue your education while managing your finances. Bursaries are available for Diploma, Degree, and Post-Graduate Certificate programs and are awarded primarily based on financial need. Academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and community involvement may also be considered.

Graduates can opt for careers including roles such as social media manager, communications officer, spokesperson, writer, media relations officer, account co-ordinator, special events manager, marketing/communication manager, public affairs officer, independent consultant, government relations practitioner, internal communications manager, entrepreneur and project manager.