Marketing (Professional Practice) MA
University of Sunderland
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.3) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
academic-cap
Qualification

MA - Master of Arts

location-pin
Location

Sir Tom Cowie Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

2 years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MA - Master of Arts

Location

Sir Tom Cowie Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

2 years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Health Studies
SELECTED

Marketing
SELECT

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

OverviewMA Marketing Professional Practice is a taught course which incorporates a 12 month work placement facilitated by the University, enabling you to utilise and demonstrate your skills and knowledge in a work environment.Our dedicated faculty placements team is well-connected with regional and national employers and each year assists students in applying for roles in areas including marketing, human resources, finance, operations and supply-chain positions.Securing a work placement is a ...Read more

Overview

MA Marketing Professional Practice is a taught course which incorporates a 12 month work placement facilitated by the University, enabling you to utilise and demonstrate your skills and knowledge in a work environment.

Our dedicated faculty placements team is well-connected with regional and national employers and each year assists students in applying for roles in areas including marketing, human resources, finance, operations and supply-chain positions.

Securing a work placement is a competitive process and the University will support your efforts in securing a placement or work experience.

Our students have secured placements with companies including: Nissan, Caterpillar, Fujitsu, Network Rail and White Lodging Services, as well as small entrepreneurial firms in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

Career ready

On graduating, you’ll be ready to step into a senior marketing role in a wide range of industries. As a marketing professional you could work in-house for an organisation, or find a role in a specialist marketing agency.

Our Business graduates have secured roles in organisations such as Facebook, Microsoft, Sage, HSBC, IBM, Enterprise, Nissan, Accenture, Procter and Gamble, Merck and Co, Barclays, Marriott Hotels, Viacom 18, PricewaterCoopers and Adidas.

Key stats

Health Studies
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
31/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
What students say
L
Luke
21 Oct 24

. St Peter’s campus is very well equipped, and in a really nice location by the river. Only criticism is that the parking could be cheaper (however the stadium of light offers..Read more

E
Elif
27 Nov 23

The best part is that the number of classes is not small, so you have the chance to work more with the professors and at the same time you can socialize with the whole class. The..Read more

Modules

Module Options
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, you will need a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent. Our typical offer is 57% - 60% from a recognised university, a 3 year (4 year for Engineering) graduation degree from an AICTE / UGC recognised University.

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£9,500 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£17,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

European Union (EU), EEA (European Economic Area), and Swiss nationals who don't qualify for the EU Settlement Scheme are classed as international, however, for 24/25 admission, you'll receive a European student fee scholarship and will pay the home tuition fee rate for the duration of your studies.

£17,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Marketing reviews

Marketing
Marketing
L
Luke
21 Oct 24
Business and Marketing Management BA (Hons)
. St Peter’s campus is very well equipped, and in a really nice location by the river. Only criticism is that the parking could be cheaper (however the stadium of light offers...
Read more
E
Elif
27 Nov 23
Marketing MA
The best part is that the number of classes is not small, so you have the chance to work more with the professors and at the same time you can socialize with the whole class. The...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Marketing students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 18 reviews
5 star
56%
4 stars
23%
3 stars
11%
2 stars
5%
1 star
5%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.3) 1,585 reviews
5 star
50%
4 stars
37%
3 stars
10%
2 stars
2%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Sunderland
St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Seaham  3.2 miles away
Thinking of studying in Newcastle?

Check out our

Newcastle city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate