he Consumer Behaviour and Marketing programme explores the theory and practice of consumer science and core principles of marketing. We aim to introduce you to a range of degree-level multidisciplinary subjects in consumer behaviour and marketing to develop an understanding of the psychology of a consumer. You will explore how the consumer influences, and is influenced by, the socio-economic environment, how consumer choices are made, how they can be modified and how the marketing of goods and services is interactively shaped by consumer needs, values and culture. On this programme, you have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to chosen fields of interest. Among others, you will develop core skills in the areas of consumer behaviour, marketing, consumer psychology, economics and marketing research methods. A wide variety of options from across the University will enable you to focus on those most relevant to your interests and objectives Training in the application of these disciplines is key to the development of knowledge and transferable skills. You will develop an understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist in the wider consumer sector, for example the design and development of effective marketing and consumer policy strategies. You will also learn to critically analyse the socio-cultural, economic, technological, environmental and ethical contexts shaping consumer choice. Students registered on the 4-year programme are expected to undertake a period of professional training between Parts 2 and 3, either in the UK or internationally.  During the course of your studies at Reading, you will be expected to develop your academic and personal transferable skills, including analysis and critical thinking, problem solving, numeracy, research design, information handling, report writing, written and oral communication, team working, use of information technology and career management. You will be encouraged to enhance these skills through a variety of opportunities available outside your curriculum. This programme comprises of a foundation year (Part 0), which provides access to higher education to students who do not possess the normal entry requirements of GCE Advanced level qualifications or the equivalent. Through Part 0 you will be equipped with subject specific and general study skills which will enable you to cope with the demands of undergraduate study. This is achieved through the provision of high-quality teaching which is sympathetic to the needs of students from a wide range of educational backgrounds

Sample modules may include: *An Introduction to Business and Management *Economics *Psychology *Sociology *Mathematics for Finance, Economics and Business

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: CN88

Institution code: R12

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

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Student satisfaction : 89%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%

Go onto work and study: 95%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
EU	19500.0	Year 1
International	19500.0	Year 1

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Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
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Reading
RG6 6AH