Marketing BA (Hons)
Buckinghamshire New University
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 160 graduates of Marketing BA (Hons) and other courses in Business and Management at Buckinghamshire New University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business and Management.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Business and Management
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Business and Management 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 | |
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Median salary | £28000 | £22500 | £26500 |
25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £37000 | £17500 - £27500 | £21500 - £33500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Business and Management
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24966 | £23942 | £28323 |
25-75 percentile range | £21977 - £27977 | £19374 - £29472 | £22352 - £36875 |
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Course Description
Do you have a flare for identifying, understanding and engaging with an audience? Our BA (Hons) Marketing programme is the perfect way to gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of a marketer. You’ll develop the practical, analytical and critical thinking skills required to succeed within a fast paced and diverse job environment.
We live in is a consumer-driven society and consequently the marketing function sits at the heart of modern business practices. Accredited by the leading professional body The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), this degree will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of marketing in this changing landscape.
This course has a shared first year across multiple specialisms. After your first year, if you want to study a different specialism you can choose to change between BA (Hons) Marketing and BA (Hons) Marketing and Media Communications.
Why study this subject?
Studying this degree will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of marketing, identifying the opportunities to communicate and influence audiences, and spot the threats that could damage brands. You will also build a professional network and a portfolio of practical skills to make your mark in the business world.
We’ll help provide you with a thorough understanding and grounding in marketing and business to ensure you graduate ready for employment or further postgraduate study.
Graduating with a marketing related degree will give you the skills to develop and deploy effective promotional campaigns in this ever-evolving world.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
Our industry-experienced academics have specifically designed this course to reflect the best industry practices along with established and newly emerging thinking in this dynamic sector.
You’ll develop the marketing expertise needed to succeed in the rapidly changing world of business. From developing a ‘tool kit’ of knowledge, experience and skills to working as a strategic level ‘executive’ in your final year, we have designed our course to allow you to graduate ready to enter the workplace.
Some of the companies we have worked with include large businesses such as Hovis, Percy and Reed, and Sacla as well as not for profit organisations including Bucks Mind and One Can Trust.
Whatever your area of interest, we have you covered. Our lecturers work hard to ensure that you can develop your interests and abilities. From the core theoretical knowledge needed to excel to the ‘soft skills’ needed to work collaboratively, problem solve and creatively approach projects. We’ll ensure you develop a well-rounded skillset ready to jump straight into the workplace. You’ll cover topics including the customer experience, introduction to data analytics, strategic marketing, consumer brand relationship and Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) strategy and planning.
Recent graduates have gone to work for Premier League football clubs, Formula 1 racing teams and various global media communications agencies.
What are my career prospects?
Careers in marketing are highly sought after across the globe. The topics you will study on this programme, and the transferrable skills you will have developed, will make international careers easily accessible.
Alumni have entered a diverse range of careers including technology and digital companies. Additionally, the degree equips you with the skills and required technical knowledge for working in an agency environment within the media and marketing communication fields.
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.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Marketing BA (Hons) at Buckinghamshire New University
29% | Media Professionals |
11% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
7% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
7% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
6% | Business and public service associate professionals |
6% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
6% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
4% | Administrative occupations |
3% | Sales occupations |
3% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Marketing
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Marketing BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £15000 | year 1 |
International | £15000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.
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)
University Rankings
Positions of Buckinghamshire New University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Buckinghamshire New University in related subject specific rankings.
Business
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- #76
- #90
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- Marketing
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Buckinghamshire New University
Buckinghamshire New University, also known as Bucks, was founded in 1893, in the town of High Wycombe, South East England. This university has chosen to divide its academic offerings into seven separate schools, which is reflected in that learning resources such as libraries are located in their relevant areas to reduce crowding and also increase the ease of looking for the materials the student needs. Bucks has been the recipient of numerous awards, among which we can find the Silver Award from TEF.
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Student composition of Buckinghamshire New University
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Total number of students enrolled at Buckinghamshire New University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16465
- postgraduates:
- 860
- Total:
- 17325
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Marketing”: 7365 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023