Course overview
Develop career-focused knowledge through an applied three-year degree.
Combine broad business knowledge with branding, consumer behaviour, marketing communications, digital marketing and strategy.
Course overview
This course explores how marketing contributes to organisational performance while building an understanding of finance, economics, people management, law and strategy. Students develop specialist capability in branding, consumer behaviour, communications and digital marketing through career-focused assignments.
Teaching and support
Students receive support from a personal tutor and use lectures, seminars, workshops, case work, simulations and guided independent study to connect theory with professional practice.
Published non-standard delivery is Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 18:00 to 21:00 plus Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00.
Professional recognition
The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
Curriculum
Explore the published modules across all three degree years.
01Year 1
Year 1
Year 1
Year 1
- Academic and Professional Skills
- Introduction to Business
- Economics for Business
- Business Finance
02Year 2
Year 2
Year 2
Year 2
- Managing Human Resources
- Principles and Practices of Marketing
- Legal Aspects of Business
- Marketing Communications and Branding
03Year 3
Year 3
Year 3
Year 3
- Executing Business Strategy
- Consumer Behaviour
- Digital Marketing
- Undergraduate Project (Business Contexts)
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Assessment uses coursework, group and activity-based assignments, examinations, problem-solving activities, projects and presentations.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic entry
- 96 UCAS Tariff points from three A levels, such as CCC, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
- Accepted examples include Irish Leaving Certificate BBCCC, Scottish Highers BBCCC, BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in a related subject, or International Baccalaureate Diploma 24 points.
- At least three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Mathematics, are required.
- Non-standard and mature applicants may be considered using relevant qualifications and recent professional experience; an academic interview may be required.
English language
- IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent English-language qualification.
Alternative entry
Relevant non-standard qualifications, professional development and recent work experience can be considered individually; an academic interview may be required.
Application documents
- Completed application form.
- Qualification certificates and transcripts.
- Evidence of English-language ability where applicable.
- Personal statement and evidence of relevant experience where requested.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
Only UK tuition is published on the current course page; international fee status and amounts should be confirmed before applying.
UK tuition may increase annually in line with permitted government guidance and inflation.
Funding your study
Eligible UK students may be able to access Student Finance, subject to the exact route and personal circumstances.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Connect marketing decisions with finance, economics and organisational strategy.
Plan branding, communications and digital-marketing activity.
Analyse consumer behaviour and develop career-focused business research.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Potential career directions
- Marketing executive
- Advertising account manager
- Market researcher
- Media planner or buyer
- Social media manager
- Events manager
- Public relations account manager
- Product manager
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
Where is this course taught?
The course is taught at UCLan London Campus in the Import Building at East India Dock Road.
When can I start?
A specific intake date is not currently available. Confirm the next start date before applying.
Who awards the degree?
The awarding institution is the University of Lancashire. UCLan London is operated by LCA Education Ltd in partnership with the University.