University of Sussex

BSc Marketing and Management with a professional placement year

University of Sussex

Course overview

The BSc Marketing and Management (with a professional placement year) at the University of Sussex offers students a combination of theoretical and practical skills in marketing and management. The placement year offers students the opportunity to gain real-life experience, preparing them for future roles in marketing and management. Students will join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School and gain The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) qualifications through the Graduate Gateway.

In this course, students will learn how to critically evaluate organisational and consumer behaviour, explore marketing strategy, brand development and new product management, understand the entrepreneurial and strategic decision-making process, learn to use digital tools and data analytics, develop their study skills with the support of an Academic Success Adviser, and access opportunities for mentoring, networking and guest lectures. The teaching methods include lectures, seminars, and group projects. Assessments involve presentations, essays, group projects, and examinations.

Entry requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying to the course and any academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Students can also upload a CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants typically require ABB at A-level. Equivalent qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) or BTEC Diplomas are also considered.
  • A GCSE Mathematics grade 4 (C) is also necessary.
  • Applicants should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component.
  • Other accepted alternatives include PTE and TOEFL (iBT).

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £5,000 in the first year of full-time study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500

  • Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship

    Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Marketing and Management (with a professional placement year) course may pursue roles such as:

  • Marketing Executive
  • Brand Manager
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Product Manager

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Marketing and Management (with a professional placement year) course is £22,575 per year for international students. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may change.

Admission

Interested applicants can apply for the course through UCAS. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.

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