Public Relations (in Bulgarian)
Short presentation of the programme:
In the first two years of the programme, the focus is on general education courses, two-semester courses in the main areas of study, such as Political Science, Introduction to Social Psychology, Public Speaking and Presentations, General Sociology, Media Literacy, Digital Content, Online Communications, Intra-Organisational Relationships, Information and Knowledge, Periodicals, etc. In the third and fourth years, the course of study includes specialised lecture and training courses. In the fourth year, the programme offers two specialisations leading to a professional qualification.
Major and professional qualification:
Specialisation:
Corporate Communications
Major:
Public Relations
Qualification: BA in Public Relations
Specialisation:
Special Event Planning
Major:
Public Relations
Qualification: BA in Public Relations
Practical training courses:
Practical training includes organising seminars and events, participation in media conferences, internships at the Bulgaria Newspaper Group, Bulgarian National Television, Bulgarian National Radio, Bulgarian Telegraph Agency, Access to Information Programme, etc.
International mobility:
The programme provides an opportunity for international student mobility at universities in Greece, France, Great Britain, Spain and Turkey.
Graduate Student Competencies:
• knowledge in the field of communication theories and public relations;
• skills in organising special events, presenting, working with corporate clients, researching and analysing in the information society, etc.
Graduation:
Completion of studies in the bachelor's programme takes place by defending a bachelor's thesis or passing a state exam upon earning the required number of credits. In addition to the professional qualification provided, students can also obtain additional specialisation by enrolling in a minor programme.
The graduation process complies with the NBU Standard for Educational and Qualification Degree Completion.
Occupation and possible positions:
Graduates pursue careers as public relations experts, mass communications specialists, conference and event organisers, public image analysts in various types of organisations, activities, etc.
Department :
Media and Communication