Places still available to study this September with flexibility in our entry requirements.
It's easy to apply online or call us on +44 (0)1202 966777.
Why study BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Advertising at BU?
- Develop the knowledge and tools to launch creative advertising, including research, strategy, branding, creative media planning and analysis.
- Understand the roles of advertising agencies, the dynamics within their client relationships, and the process of generating inventive ideas and concepts for cutting-edge advertising campaigns.
- Work on real-world industry briefs and enhance your advertising portfolio. Gain insights from experts in advertising, marketing communications, public relations, and digital media.
- Co-create academic and professional research with staff including consultancy projects for industry clients.
- Tailor your degree to suit you, with the opportunity to move across our Marketing Communications courses at the end of your first year and select from a range of option units in your final year.
- 96% of our students who study Marketing Communications courses are working or studying 15 months after graduating in roles such as Account Director, Creative Director, Planning Director and Creative Solutions Manager, Event Coordinator, Internal Communications Specialist, Digital Marketing Manager, Social Media Manager and Qualitative Researcher
- Complete a work placement anywhere in the world, giving you the chance to put theory into practice, make great career contacts and bolster your CV.
Foundation Year: We have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the media & communication skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree. If you apply to study the full degree and do not meet the academic entry requirements, our admissions team may consider your application for the Foundation Year and notify you accordingly.
Graduate with a BU degree and more
Our degree is accredited by the leading professional marketing body, The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). CIM works alongside universities worldwide, mapping their degree content against CIM’s most sought after professional marketing qualifications.
Upon graduating with a 2:2 or above, graduates will be able to complete Level 4 and level 6 professional qualifications with exemptions. All first-year students will have the opportunity to complete Level 3 qualification with CIM (with associated cost), which will allow you to gain a professional qualification prior to your work placement.
During your second year you'll also have the opportunity to take the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) Foundation Certificate. The IPA has a well-earned reputation for thought leadership, best practice and continuous professional development in the advertising industry.
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Key information
Next start date:
September 2024, September 2025
Location:
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus
Duration:
4 years full-time including a 30-week placement. Foundation Year: 5 years full-time including a 30-week placement
Accreditations:
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). In association with the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA)
Required subjects:
All subjects considered
Entry requirements:
Places still available to study this September with flexibility in our entry requirements.
It's easy to apply online or call us on +44 (0)1202 966777.
International entry requirements:
For September 2024 and September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in all components of writing, speaking, listening and reading, or equivalent. For more information, check out our international entry requirements.