Study Marketing Communications with Public Relations (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University in the UK, Department of Communication and Journalism

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What will I learn?

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 Hone your skills in strategic public relations management, crisis communication, influencer relations and event management. 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. Within fifteen months of completing the course, 96% of our students are in employment or further study.

Which department am I in?

Department of Communication and Journalism

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

£17,800.00 (US$ 22,987) per year

Living Costs at University Accommodation - 5845-7721 Per Year Full Time Annual Fees - 17800; Placement Year Fee - 1850

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Talbot Campus

Fern Barrow, Poole,

Dorset,

Bournemouth,

BH12 5BB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

£19,635.00 (US$ 25,357) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

Talbot Campus,

Fern Barrow,

Poole,

BH12 5BB, Southern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs) 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. See all of the equivalencies. A-level and AS levels 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels. Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Access to HE Diploma 102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades. BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points) Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Extended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: This qualification is accepted as part of the overall tariff. Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects. Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points) Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff. International Baccalaureate Certificates 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates. International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 28–31 points. Scottish Highers 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers. Scottish Advanced Highers 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers. T Levels Merit (120 UCAS tariff points). Foundation year entry requirements Numeracy and literacy requirements There are no GCSE requirements. The foundation year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study. For September 2024 entry 48–72 UCAS tariff points. IELTS - Overall 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component TOEFL iBT - Overall 79

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.