The University of Buckingham
Marketing with Media Communications BSc (Hons)
The University of Buckingham

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Marketing with Media Communications BSc (Hons) and other courses in Business and Management at The University of Buckingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business and Management.

Overall student satisfaction
87 /100
35 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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
Median salary £27000 £26500 £34000
25-75 percentile range £23500 - £31500 £20500 - £35000 £25000 - £46000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Business and Management

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24614 £23282 £27347
25-75 percentile range £21252 - £27617 £18119 - £28216 £20987 - £33976

Course Description

The University of Buckingham is:

  • Home of the two-year degree, the University of Buckingham, based in the South East of England, is ranked 6th for Student Satisfaction in the UK (National Student Survey, 2020).
  • We are proudly independent and not-for-profit, and offer courses in Allied Health, Business, Computing, Education, Humanities, Law, Medicine, Psychology and Security and Intelligence. We are one of the few universities in the UK that offer September and January start dates for almost all of our courses.
  • Based in Buckingham on a riverside campus, we are only 20 minutes’ from Milton Keynes central station and a short drive from Bicester, Aylesbury, Banbury and Northampton. There is free parking on-site and we are within easy reach of London and Oxford.
  • Our award-winning small class tutorials ensure every student is known by name and supported throughout their studies, including by dedicated personal tutors.
  • As pioneers of the two-year degree, we offer a condensed version of the traditional three-year degree, meaning you can gain a full honours degree and complete your studies a whole year earlier. Alternatively, you can complete both your undergraduate and master’s degree with us in just three years: saving you time and money.

The aims of this stimulating combination degree programme are broadly two-fold. To equip students with the knowledge, tools and skills of modern marketing. This includes the development of an in-depth understanding of the constantly changing global environment in which marketing actions and decisions have to be taken as well as maintaining a constant customer and competitor focus. To introduce students to the technology, styles and issues of the contemporary media and advertising worlds, as well as developing a thorough conceptual understanding of media practice and law.

The programme is likely to appeal to those who are wishing to pursue a career in marketing, advertising or public relations.

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 with Media Communications BSc (Hons) at The University of Buckingham

20% Customer service occupations
15% Business and public service associate professionals
15% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Health associate professionals
10% Process, plant and machine operatives
10% Sports and fitness occupations
5% Elementary occupations
5% Administrative occupations
5% Sports and fitness occupations
5% Process, plant and machine operatives

Teaching is carried out through a combination of lectures supported by seminars and tutorials. A key feature of the Buckingham teaching method is the use of small tutorial groups which provide the most effective means of ensuring that the students benefit from the academic expertise at their disposal. It is also the philosophy of Buckingham’s faculty to be available to students outside the scheduled tutorial times and to encourage good working relationships between staff and students. **Media courses at the University of Buckingham offer students small student:** tutor ratios with a dedicated media lab at their disposal. The work is production-based, allowing students to graduate from the programme with a portfolio to present to potential employers. This can include press journalism (news stories, features, interviews), a website (created by the student as part of the Online Media module), video and sound packages for TV / Radio Journalism (for Journalism minors) or an advertising campaign (Media Studies minors). Students also learn to use industry-standard software including InDesign, Photoshop and Final Cut Pro as well as DV cameras and digital still cameras.The assessment of individual modules within each course varies according to the subject. Assessment is usually by examination, assessed coursework, or a combination of the two.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for English Studies (Non-Specific)

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6.5

Average of 6.5 (with 6.0 or above in each component)

IELTS (Academic) 6.5

Average of 6.5 (with 6.0 or above in each component)

With staff and students from over 90 countries around the world, the University enjoys a wonderful and culturally diverse atmosphere. We provide support for students from outside the UK including: assistance with visa application and renewal; guaranteed accommodation in halls of residence; and a personal tutor to support your academic studies. Academic staff are available to help and advise, and operate an open-door policy. We have the best staff to student ratio of any university in the UK. Our students have formed a number of overseas clubs, and there is a sports and social programme each term to ensure you enjoy your time with us. Our idyllic setting between Oxford and Milton Keynes offers access to a range of cultural and social activities and Bicester Village, the renowned shopping outlet is a short bus ride away. English Language requirements: it is very important that your English level is of a good standard for you to be successful in your studies. All applicants must achieve specific requirements in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing). Please check our website for more details of the undergraduate or postgraduate language requirements for your course. https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/

The University would like to encourage students – both undergraduates and postgraduates – to come to Buckingham regardless of their financial circumstances. The bursaries and scholarships we offer are awarded on merit and/or on financial need. You may only accept one University award. All awards are subject to your meeting the University’s academic entry requirements and abiding by the University’s rules and regulations. To be eligible to apply for a scholarship you will need to have been offered a place to study at Buckingham. For details of our current range of scholarships and bursaries please see our website: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/admissions/scholarships
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Marketing with Media Communications, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Marketing with Media Communications BSc (Hons)

England UK £27750
Northern Ireland £27750
Scotland £27750
Wales £27750
Channel Islands £27750
EU £44400
International £44400
Ireland £44400

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:

August 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)

UCAS application code:

N5P3

University Rankings

#108
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among 379 universities in England UK
based on 10 different rankings

Positions of The University of Buckingham in top UK and global rankings.

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About The University of Buckingham

Founded in 1976, The University of Buckingham is a private higher education institution located in the market town of Buckingham, in South East England. The area around the campus is populated with coffee shops, pubs, vintage stores, and restaurants so students will have plenty to do in their down time. University College Buckingham, as it was originally named, was the first private university in the UK, and has produced a series of successful CEOs, politicians, and even playwrights.

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Student composition of The University of Buckingham

undergraduates:
1575
postgraduates:
915
Total:
2490
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FAQ about Marketing with Media Communications BSc (Hons) The University of Buckingham

  • Tuition fees for this programme are 27750 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.

  • The median salary of graduates of this course was £27000 15 months after graduation, £26500 3 years after graduation and £34000 after graduation.

  • Customer service occupations (20%), Business and public service associate professionals (15%), Managers, directors and senior officials (15%), Health associate professionals (15%)

  • 35 graduates rated the course 87. This means that 87% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.

  • Marketing with Media Communications BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at The University of Buckingham.