Bournemouth University
Marketing Communications with Public Relations BA (Hons)
Bournemouth University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 105 graduates of Marketing Communications with Public Relations BA (Hons) and other courses in Marketing at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Marketing.

Overall student satisfaction
93 /100
105 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Marketing

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Marketing at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £29000 £36500
25-75 percentile range £22000 - £28000 £24000 - £34000 £29000 - £45500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Marketing

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24828 £23894 £28290
25-75 percentile range £21885 - £27839 £19328 - £29416 £22315 - £36669

Course Description

Develop a solid understanding of marketing communications with a specific focus on public relations. Build lasting relationships and positive reputations, through communication with an organisation's stakeholder groups, achieving mutually beneficial gains.

Why study BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Public Relations at BU?

  • Hone your skills in strategic public relations management, crisis communication, influencer relations and event management.
  • Equip yourself to enter a variety of potential careers based on your knowledge and expertise in managing stakeholder relationships and organisational reputation .
  • Work on live briefs set by industry for unit assessments and learn from professionals who deliver guest lectures and workshops every year
  • Co-create academic and professional research with staff including consultancy projects for industry clients
  • At the end of your first year you can choose which Marketing Communications course best suits you and your career interests
  • Complete a work placement anywhere in the world, giving you the chance to put theory into practice, make great career contacts and bolster your blossoming CV.
  • You’ll be career-ready with 96% of our graduates in employment after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023)

Recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR).

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for the purpose of gaining CIM qualifications through the Graduate Gateway.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Marketing Communications with Public Relations BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University

64% Natural and social science professionals
9% Elementary occupations
5% Media Professionals
4% Managers, directors and senior officials
3% Sales occupations
2% Sales occupations
2% Business and public service associate professionals
2% Natural and social science professionals
1% Teaching Professionals
1% Business and Financial Project Management Professionals

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other components, or equivalent.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Marketing Communications with Public Relations, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Marketing Communications with Public Relations BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £17800 year 1
International £17800 year 1

Additional fee information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.

Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2
  • year 4

University Rankings

Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Bournemouth University in related subject specific rankings.

Business

    • #30 
    • #37 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 25 university rankings of Bournemouth University

About Bournemouth University

Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.

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Student composition of Bournemouth University

undergraduates:
12520
postgraduates:
2740
Total:
15260
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