Advertising, Public Relations and Branding with Foundation Year

Middlesex University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years PR and communicationsEvents managementMarketing

A-Level Entry

DEE

UCAS Points

64 points

About this course

Course Summary The Advertising, Public Relations and Branding with Foundation Year BA Honours at Middlesex University offers an exciting entry point for those passionate about creative marketing and communications but who may not yet meet the direct entry requirements for the degree. The foundation year will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge to progress into the full three-year degree. This course offers a unique opportunity to combine advertising, public relations, and branding, preparing you for a versatile career in these interconnected industries.

Why Study This Course at Middlesex? Middlesex University’s Advertising, Public Relations and Branding with Foundation Year offers the unique advantage of preparing you for success in one of the UK's most innovative and diverse marketing disciplines. The foundation year is designed to provide the academic grounding needed to progress onto the full degree, ensuring that you gain the confidence, practical skills, and knowledge required to excel in the creative industries. Middlesex has strong industry links and a reputation for nurturing talent, with graduates going on to work at top companies such as Adidas, Ogilvy, and Warner Bros.

What You Will Gain During the foundation year, you’ll focus on building the academic and practical skills required for success in advertising, public relations, and branding. You'll develop your ability to think critically, creatively, and strategically, while gaining hands-on experience in market research, brand design, and campaign planning. As you progress into the full degree, you'll refine these skills and build a portfolio that demonstrates your expertise in creating, managing, and promoting campaigns across both traditional and digital media platforms. By the time you graduate, you'll be well-prepared to launch your career in a competitive and fast-paced industry.

Modules For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-arts-and-creative-industries/

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades DEE
UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
BTEC MPP

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
2493 Public relations professionals
3554 Advertising and marketing associate professionals
2494 Advertising accounts managers and creative directors

Course Details

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