Student review [#81945] for Communication and Public Relations
at University of Johannesburg - UJ

I’m entering my third year studying Public Relations and Communication at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), and I gotta say, it’s been a wild ride!

The lecturers in our department are top-notch – they’re passionate, knowledgeable, and actually care about helping us become PR rockstars! The classes are engaging, and we get to do work that really equips us with the necessary skills for the future, which is amazing for building our portfolios.

One thing that’s really stood out for me is the practical experience. We’ve had opportunities to network externally through university organisations such as SPRA (student public relations association) and community engagement , attend industry events, and even collaborate with other organisations on events . It’s been incredible for networking and learning from people in the field.

Now, about campus life… UJ has a crazy-diverse community, which I love! There’s always something going on, whether it’s a cultural event, rugby or basketball matches and even just pop up events on Fridays.

Of course, no university is perfect. I wish we had more elective modules to choose from. But overall, I’m really happy with my decision to study at UJ.

Opinion and Likes/Dislikes:

Likes:

– Amazing lecturers who actually care
– Practical experience opportunities
– Diverse campus life that’s always lit
– Location in Joburg means access to tons of PR agencies and events

Dislikes:

– Limited elective modules

Recommendation:

If you’re thinking of studying PR and Communication at UJ, I’d say go for it! It’s not perfect, but UJ is the best institution too pursue a qualification in Public Relations in South Africa . Plus, the people you’ll meet and the experiences you’ll have will be totally worth it!