BSc (Hons) Marketing and Social Media with Foundation Year

The BSc (Hons) Marketing and Social Media with Foundation Year prepares students for careers in marketing and digital communications. The Foundation Year builds academic confidence, while the degree develops skills in digital marketing, social media, branding, consumer behaviour, and marketing strategy, with content aligned to Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) standards.

The BSc (Hons) Marketing and Social Media is designed for students who want to develop the knowledge, creativity, and practical skills needed for a career in modern marketing. Available as a three-year degree or a four-year programme with a Foundation Year, the course provides additional support for students who want to build their confidence before progressing to degree-level study.

Throughout the programme, you will explore key areas including digital marketing, social media, branding, consumer behaviour, market research, content creation, and marketing strategy. You will learn how businesses connect with customers through different channels while developing skills in communication, creativity, analysis, and problem-solving.

Developed with input from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the course reflects current industry practices and employer expectations. By the time you graduate, you will be prepared for careers in marketing, digital media, advertising, communications, branding, or further postgraduate study.
Year 1

You need 112 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma, an Access to HE Diploma, or T Levels. You also need GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification.

Foundation Year Entry

You need 72 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification.

Direct Entry

You may be able to join Year 2 or Year 3 if you have relevant higher education qualifications or credits in a related subject.

Mature Applicants (21+)

If you do not have the required qualifications but have relevant work experience, you are encouraged to apply. Applications are considered individually. Some applicants may need to complete an English language assessment.
Marketing Executive

Digital Marketing Executive

Social Media Executive

Social Media Manager

Content Creator

Content Marketing Executive

Brand Executive

Brand Manager

Marketing Coordinator

Marketing Officer

Communications Officer

Digital Communications Officer

SEO Executive

Modules

Year 0 (Foundation year)

Introduction to Business

Recording Business Transaction

Data Handling and ICT

Managing People and Systems

Personalised Learning

Study Skills for Success

Year 1

Principles of Marketing

Professional Skills

Principles of Advertising

Principles of Digital and Social Media Marketing

Workplace Employability Skills

Market Data Analysis

Year 2

Marketing and Brand Management

Web Design and Development

Social Media and Analytics

Enterprise and Business Development

Marketing Campaign Planning

Research Methods

Year 3

Marketing Research Project

Global Marketing

Digital and Social Media Marketing Planning Framework

Marketing CRM

Consumer Behaviour

Location

Liverpool Street (LS) - Eastgate House, 40 Dukes Place, London, EC3A 7LP Gants Street (GS) - Wentworth House, 350 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, London, IG2 6NW

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