Public Relations and Marketing Communications - BA/BA (Hons)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
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Public Relations and Marketing Communications - BA/BA (Hons)
Our professionally-recognised BA/BA (Hons) in Public Relations and Marketing Communications course provides the strategic insight, practical skills and industry experience to kickstart your career in the fast-paced and growing industries of digital PR and marketing.
There is high demand for graduates with the knowledge and skills that you will gain from this course. You will work with live clients, gaining hands-on experience of developing innovative and creative communication solutions and use a range of specialist software that mirrors what is used in practice.
You will build strong links with the PR and marketing industries across the four years and the contacts that you make may prove to be a valuable asset as you embark on your career.
NB This course is only available for direct entry into Years Two or Three in 2024. Please visit the BA/BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Public Relations for those wishing to commence a course from Year One.
Why QMU?
- Experienced teaching team: Our teaching team comprises award-winning practitioners alongside internationally-acclaimed scholars. Together our practice and research informs teaching and creates an inspiring and supportive learning environment.
- Opportunity to make contacts in the industry: Senior practitioners in PR and marketing support the course through guest talks and webinars, mentoring students and helping them network at industry events.
- A placement allows to you put your knowledge and skills into action: Aside from allowing you utilise your learning in a real setting, an industry placement will also prove a further valuable experience.
- Professional body membership: You can register as a student member of the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), join the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) as a student member and join the Marketing Society Scotland.
- Ranked highly in the UK: We are top amongst Scottish higher education institutions for overall satisfaction in courses in Marketing. (National Student Survey 2023)
Studying BA (Hons) Public Relations and Marketing Communications
