Marketing Communications with Advertising (with Foundation Year option) BA (Hons)

Why study BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Advertising at BU?

  • Develop specific knowledge and skills in advertising, including branding, creative, media planning and strategy 
  • Learn how to develop strategic responses to advertising and marketing communications problems  
  • Work on live briefs set by industry for unit assessments and learn from professionals who deliver guest lectures and workshops every year  
  • Co-create academic and professional research with staff including consultancy projects for industry clients  
  • At the end of your first year you can choose which Marketing Communications course best suits you and your career interests
  • Complete a work placement anywhere in the world, giving you the chance to put theory into practice, make great career contacts and bolster your blossoming CV.

Graduate with a BU degree and more

BU is a Strategic Partner of The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) – the world’s leading professional marketing body. Our partnership gives you the opportunity to gain professional qualifications through the CIM Graduate Gateway. 

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. 

BA (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
4 - 5 years Duration
N592/N596 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2025 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: 112 tariff points (Grade DMM). T Levels: Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) All subjects considered. 

Foundation Year Entry Requirements for September 2025 entry: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.

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