This ambitious degree - designed in consultation with leading figures in the marketing and communications industries - aims to give you the most up-to-date and effective insight into the world of media relations, the business of marketing and its application in the modern workplace. The phenomenal growth of the communications and marketing industries presents a huge opportunity for graduates, equipped with the correct skills and knowledge, to make an impact in a wide variety of industries and professions. On this course you will learn about the theory of communications and the most effective techniques to put across your message. You will learn about consumer behaviour, branding, customer relationships and digital communications. You will also learn to think analytically, strategically and creatively through a series of exciting practical projects designed by industry professionals. This course looks to help you acquire the most relevant knowledge and skills, learn how to use them effectively and put them into practice in the real world, opening up exciting career opportunities. A Placement Year is an opportunity to put what you’re learning on your course into practice, to build your professional network, gain relevant experience to add to your CV and get an insight into what it is really like to work in a particular sector. It could even lead to a graduate job; all before the start of your final year! During the Placement Year, not only will you be an employee of the organisation, which will come with commitments and regulations, you will be representing St Mary’s University and will be expected to behave in a responsible and professional manner at all times, upholding and enhancing the reputation of the University. Specifically, you will need to adhere to the regulations that apply within your workplace and to the St Mary’s Student Charter and Work Placement Terms and Conditions (available in My Placements on e:Vision). As an employee, you have a responsibility to find out, understand and meet all expectations set by your Placement Supervisor and the Placement Provider organisation more generally.

Modules are not listed for this Course.

Modules are normally assessed by a combination of one written assignment and one practical assignment. You will get the opportunity to undertake your own research, give presentations, design and produce marketing campaigns. Your final project can be either a written dissertation or practically based assignment (e.g. a website, a film or marketing campaign). In the final stage of the course, students are encouraged to take up a work placement, which will count towards your final grade. Your final project can be either a written dissertation or a practical-based assignment (such as a website, a film or marketing campaign). In the final stage of the course, you are encouraged to take up a work placement, which will count towards your final grade.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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: N600

Institution code: S64

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

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Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	6.0 overall with no element below 5.5

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Student satisfaction : 58%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 75%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

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