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Marketing Communications with Public Relations Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Marketing Communications with Public Relations Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Marketing communications and PR are interconnected. This course will not only teach you the skills to attract customers to achieve business goals but also how to tell a brands story engaging with the media, influencers and the public.
Why study BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Public Relations at BU?
• Develop your professional skillset in strategic public relations management, crisis communications, influencer relations and events management
• Learn through developing campaigns and projects in response to live industry briefs ...
Marketing communications and PR are interconnected. This course will not only teach you the skills to attract customers to achieve business goals but also how to tell a brands story engaging with the media, influencers and the public.
Why study BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Public Relations at BU?
• Develop your professional skillset in strategic public relations management, crisis communications, influencer relations and events management
• Learn through developing campaigns and projects in response to live industry briefs and co-create academic and professional research with staff including consultancy projects for clients
• Learn from expert tutors and industry professionals who deliver guest lectures and workshops every year
• Tailor your degree to suit you, with the opportunity to move across our Marketing Communications courses at the end of your first year and select from a range of option units in your final year
• Gain real world experience during your placement year and discover our network of employers including Walt Disney Studios, Warner Brothers, and Liverpool FC.
Course Information
2 option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A58-D39
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
A level
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
T Level
120 UCAS tariff points
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
Scottish Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades AABC–AAAB) from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD–BCC) from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 tariff points
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
104 tariff points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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