Advertising, Marketing Communications and Public Relations

London Metropolitan University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years PR and communicationsEvents managementMarketing

A-Level Entry

CCC

UCAS Points

96 points

About this course

Why study this course?

Designed to equip you for a successful career in marketing communications and public relations, this undergraduate degree explores the drivers and dynamics of the communications industry, covering the key elements of modern theory and practice. Studying in London means you'll be immersed in one of the world's most important centres for advertising, communications and public relations with plenty of opportunities for industry experience. You'll also have the opportunity to gain accreditation from professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing (additional costs apply).

More about this course

This undergraduate course is taught in the heart of London – one of the world’s most important centres for advertising, communications and public relations. You’ll be well placed to undertake work placements in the industry, which will be available as credited modules during your degree.

This career-oriented course explores the drivers and dynamics of the marketing industry, covering the key elements of modern advertising, marketing communications and public relations. You’ll learn techniques and approaches that will help you balance the often conflicting demands of an organisation’s stakeholders, enabling you to deliver clear and consistent results.

The course will give you a clear foundation in both theory and practice, and focuses on helping you develop transferable skills. You’ll have the option to specialise in areas that interest you, with modules in copywriting, brand management and media relations available.

As well as gaining valuable real-world experience through work placements, you’ll also have the opportunity to study abroad as part of your degree.

What our students say

"It's not been just a degree, it's actually been an experience. It's been an adventure."

Christopher Bird, former student

"All of the modules were very rewarding and I found them extremely enjoyable. During the course of my degree I found myself revelling in marketing and the creative side but, saying this, I still thoroughly enjoyed all modules."

Natalie Lewkowicz, former student

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CCC
UCAS Tariff Points 96 points
Scottish Higher CCCCD
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Islington

Part-time

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Islington

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
1133 Public relations and communications directors
2432 Marketing and commercial managers
7125 Visual merchandisers and related occupations
3554 Advertising and marketing associate professionals
2493 Public relations professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Islington
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
PR and communications, Events management, Marketing