Communications and Marketing (with Placement Year) with Foundation Year
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Communications and Marketing (with Placement Year) with Foundation Year
Course Summary
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.
Our undergraduate degrees with a foundation year are an alternative entry route into university for those without more traditional qualifications or grades, or are entering university after a notable period of time out of education.
The programme offers support and guidance in developing the skills required for degree-level study.
The foundation year will focus specifically on communication (oral and written), critical thinking, research, independent study, digital and employability skills.
The modules are designed to embed the development of these skills within the broad areas of business, communications, humanities and social sciences.
On successful completion of the foundation year, students will automatically progress on to the first year of our Communications and Marketing programme
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.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
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.
Application Codes
Course code:
F101
Institution code:
S64
Campus Name:
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
58%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
75%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
St Mary's University
Waldegrave Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Twickenham
TW1 4SX
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