Marketing
Marketing is an integral part of any business and is a sector that remains in growth especially within the current economic climate. If you are interested in specialising and working in the marketing profession, then this two-year full-time programme may be for you.
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Ulster University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Ulster University |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Higher Education Entry Criteria
Each Higher Education programme has its own distinctive entry requirements. This is set as a minimum UCAS points for entry. On some programmes, applicants must also hold subject specific qualifications to gain a place. Therefore, it is essential that you check entry requirements for each programme you are applying for. Please note, these are qualifications that applicants must have completed and certified to gain entry onto the respective programmes.
Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number and Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths and English.
We recognise that prior learning or experience may give some students credit towards a qualification to gain entry onto a programme or credit towards a programme of study. Please refer to our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.
Please also note: The College reserves the right to increase the entry requirements for all Higher Education provision based on demand and required academic standards, as specified by the Awarding Body/validating organisation.
Applicants applying to programmes validated by university partners (UU, QUB and OU) who hold international qualifications must provide certificates to determine equivalence before an offer can be made.
Enhanced entry criteria for this course is listed below:
- A minimum of 72 tariff points at Level 3 (UCAS new tariff points for entry to Higher Education 2017) to include a minimum of two A2 level passes (Grade A-E) or equivalent
- You must also have at least three GCSEs A-C/4-9 to include a minimum of a Grade C/4 in both GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent).
Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol, e.g. exam certificates.
Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.
All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
Successful graduates have a choice of progression opportunities subject to meeting entry requirements and can apply to complete a top-up degree at university either through full time or part time study e.g. BSc Hons Marketing at Ulster University; or a professional programme of study e.g. the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) which is currently being offered on a part-time study basis at Belfast Met.
Career opportunities
Marketing Executive
Digital Marketing
Advertising and Public Relations
Communications
Event Management
Export Marketing and Sales
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024. End Date: 07/06/2026.
Titanic Quarter
Academic period 2024:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Academic period 2025*:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Fees are payable annually.
*The fees for 2024 and 2025 have not been finalised and will be updated as soon as agreed.
All fees are set in accordance with DfE regulations.
Please contact the student loan company if you require a loan or our Funding Team by emailing studentfunding@belfastmet.ac.uk for other options.
Entry Year: 09/09/2024.
How to Apply
Make sure you apply as early as you can to increase your chance of getting onto your first choice course. Remember, you can apply for up to five courses!
Ready to make your application? Please click on "Application Weblink".
Overview
Marketing is an integral part of any business and is a sector that remains in growth especially within the current economic climate. If you are interested in specialising and working in the marketing profession, then this two-year full-time programme may be for you.
A key feature of this programme is the emphasis on improving employability skills and in first year, you will complete a module on Personal and Professional Development to support career planning. In second year, there is a compulsory extended period of work placement when you will complete a live marketing project.
As a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) accredited college, completion of this Foundation Degree at Belfast Met entitles you to claim exemption from two modules on CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Marketing/Professional Digital Marketing.
This programme of study is likely to include enrichment units, which are an additional component to enhance your employability.
The modules you will be studying include:
Essentials of Marketing
Brand Management
Marketing Research
Marketing Communications
Business Management
Marketing Planning
Consumer Behaviour
Digital Marketing
The Foundation Degree in Marketing is wholly coursework assessed and the methods used include:
Portfolio completion
Report writing
Case study analysis
Team working
Poster creation
Individual and group presentation
Class tests
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