Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations BA (Hons)
University of Worcester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-24

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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3 Years

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**Overview**Equip yourself for a challenging career in the fast-paced and fast growth marketing communications industry. It is also recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) as career-relevant.Youll learn from our team of specialist academic staff and marketing communications professionals and be supported by regular career coaching. Youll engage with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) as you position yourself to enter this highly creative sector.With its strong ...Read more


Overview

Equip yourself for a challenging career in the fast-paced and fast growth marketing communications industry. It is also recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) as career-relevant.You'll learn from our team of specialist academic staff and marketing communications professionals and be supported by regular career coaching. You'll engage with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) as you position yourself to enter this highly creative sector.With its strong focus on innovation, creativity and contemporary issues, (such as digital communications, social media, instant gratification and globalisation), this highly-specialised degree will signal that you are creative, focused and commercially-driven. You will be able to demonstrate your marketing communications expertise alongside the skills most valued by employers.You will engage with the latest thinking through a research project supported by a member of our Customer Interactions Research Group.Please note: There will be a charge for membership of professional bodies.


Key Features

- 100% overall student satisfaction for Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations in the National Student Survey 2018 and 2019- Enhance your employability through internships, consultancy projects, a one-year paid placement and integrated coaching from experienced business leaders- Experience international cultures and develop a global mind-set through options to work and study abroad- A degree which is dual accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)- Recognised from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)- Associate Membership with Chartered Management Institute (CMI)- Opportunities to engage in additional professional certifications throughout the degree


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Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days


Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a close-knit and high-achieving community where students are supported to succeed at every level.The University is a truly inclusive place where every person counts as an individual. From designing imaginative facilities to providing practical support and tailored learning, we strive to help people of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve their own rich potential. We work hard to break down barriers and provide opportunities for all.


Recent University of Worcester achievements

- Shortlisted for Times Higher Education’s University of the Year in 2016, 2019 and 2020- Top 5 in the UK for Quality Education in Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022- Sustainability Institution of the Year in the Green Gown Awards 2019 - Top 10 for Sustained Employment - Longitudinal Educational Outcomes survey (2017)

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These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
34/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
48th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
85th
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Drop-out rate
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Employment rate
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90%
Average salary
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Marketing graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
Publicity Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Publicity Studies graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
What students say
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dorcas
14 Dec 23

the amount of greens lace makes it refreshing to study here (as i come from a major city). the worst thing is that there no 24/7..Read more

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Katie
10 Jan 23

Love living here and the course is really interesting. I think some students may argue that night life isn't amazing, but for a small city I don't necessarily agree...Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade C/4 or above also required.

Popular A-level subjects

Marketing

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
36%
Psychology
26%
Media Studies
25%
Economics
17%
English Language
15%
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Tuition fees

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England

9,250 per year

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9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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16,200 per year

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dorcas
14 Dec 23
Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations BA (Hons)
the amount of greens lace makes it refreshing to study here (as i come from a major city). the worst thing is that there no 24/7...
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Katie
10 Jan 23
Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations (Placement Year) BA (Hons)
Love living here and the course is really interesting. I think some students may argue that night life isn't amazing, but for a small city I don't necessarily agree....
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University of Worcester
University of Worcester , Worcester

Established in 1946, the University of Worcester is a forward-thinking and inclusive institution that champions the transformative power...

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CUG ranking
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University of Worcester
Henwick Grove Worcester Worcestershire WR2 6AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Worcester Shrub Hill  0.9 miles away

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