Course details

Study options

Full-time: 3 years

UK fee

£9,250 per year (2024/25)

International fee

£14,900 per year (2024/25)

UCAS points

112 (September 2024 entry)112 (September 2025 entry)

UCAS code

P3N5

Start date

September

Location

Kedleston Road and Markeaton Street, Derby Campus

Media and Marketing at Derby

The media landscape is changing more rapidly than ever before, with new challenges and opportunities, raised by digital technologies, making the media and communications sector one of the most exciting and dynamic environments for graduate work. The development of digital communications and distribution, the internet and social media have reshaped the way that we produce, market, distribute and consume media and information and will continue to do so. You’ll embrace and explore these landscapes, which will give you the chance to develop the knowledge and skills for a graduate career in the media and marketing field.  

A particular emphasis throughout this course is on writing and creativity for different media forms. You will learn the different strategies and conventions of narrative script and treatment writing, documentary, blogging, journalism and public relations, marketing and advertising. These practices are supported and enhanced with skills in the production of web video, basic website production and social media use, all designed to enable you to understand, create and manage communications projects in the new digital cultural economies. 

Build your confidence with hands-on experience 

Real-world learning is a key feature of the course and you will have the opportunity to work with local and national organisations and employers, engaging in projects such as public relations and promotional campaigns and media and marketing research. You will learn how to write for different media platforms, such as journalism, promotional and PR writing, with an emphasis on digital media platforms such as web content writing, blogging and social media. You could also develop your creativity through the planning or design of media and marketing projects such as film and television documentary or advertising, learning essential skills in script or treatment writing, digital video and editing. 

Employers recognise that employability derives not just from applied and practical experience but also from the transferable critical, analytical, research and communication skills. This is fostered by academic study from the personal curiosity, enthusiasm for knowledge, confident problem solving and critical thinking that drives interdisciplinary subjects such as media and marketing. Helping you develop these skills is at the heart of the course where you will be taught by an enthusiastic team of experienced academics and practitioners with industry links and experience. Our creative and innovative range of teaching and assessments, personal and careers support and opportunities such as employability events, industry guest speakers and work experience opportunities will help you gain the most from your studies and understand how your learning will prepare you for a graduate career. 

Study aboard 

This programme provides modules that are internationally focused and engaged with global cultures. You can also study a semester abroad as this is a great chance to explore a different country and culture and develop innovative ideas. 

The Governments Turing Scheme is also available and offers students a funded once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to expand their personal and professional development.  

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Choose your pathway

Studying a Media and Marketing Joint Honours degree allows you to choose whether you major in one subject or study them both equally.    

You begin this degree by studying both subjects equally in your first year. By the end of your first year, you will then decide whether you would like to major or minor in a chosen subject or continue to study them both equally.

In this pathway, Media is the major subject and Marketing is the minor subject.   

In this pathway, you study Media and Marketing equally.  

In this pathway, you study Marketing and Media equally. 

In this pathway, Marketing is the major subject and Media is the minor subject. 

What is a Joint Honours degree?

A Joint Honours degree offers students the opportunity to study two subjects.

A Joint Honours degree is a great option if:

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What you will study

Please note that our modules are subject to change - we review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.

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How you will learn

Our teaching methods will be varied, interactive and engaging. You will take part in: 

How you are assessed 

You will be assessed through coursework, which will incorporate individual assignments as well as group tasks. These focus on applying what you have learned to real business scenarios and producing the kind of work that might be expected in a marketing role, for example: 

At levels 4 and 5, you will take part in a lot of group work, which prepares you for the marketing workplace, but at level 6, you will be working independently more so you can deepen your research and critical analysis skills. 

Who will teach you

You will be taught by our team of engaging, passionate and inspiring subject experts. 

Subject Leaders 

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Dr Gurvinder Aujla-Sidhu
Associate Professor/Head of Discipline - Journalism

Gurvinder Aujla-Sidhu is an Associate Professor and Head of Discipline in Journalism at the University of Derby. Her research focuses on diversity, inclusion and race in journalism practice and representation, radio, diaspora, and ethnic media.

Email
G.Aujla-Sidhu@Derby.ac.uk
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Tracy Powell

Tracy Powell
Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing

Tracy is the Programme Leader for  Digital Marketing and teaches on a number of modules across all levels of the Undergraduate Marketing programmes. 

Email
t.powell@derby.ac.uk
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Personal academic tutoring

Your personal academic tutor will work with you to help you get the most out of your time at university. Having someone to talk to about your academic progress, your university experience and your professional aspirations is hugely valuable. We want you to feel challenged in your studies, stretched but confident to achieve your academic and professional goals.

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Entry requirements

2024 entry

These are the typical qualification requirements for September 2024 entry.

Contextual offers may apply to students who meet certain criteria.

RequirementWhat we're looking for
UCAS points112
A LevelBBB-BBC
BTECDMM
GCSEGCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
Access to HEN/A

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

2025 entry

These are the typical qualification requirements for September 2025 entry.

Contextual offers may apply to students who meet certain criteria.

RequirementWhat we're looking for
UCAS points112
A LevelBBC
BTECDMM
GCSEGCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
Access to HEPass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Fees and funding

2024/25

 Full-timePart-time
UK

£9,250 per year

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International

£14,900 per year

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Further information about our fees and support you may be entitled to.

Additional costs and optional extras

How to apply

Please look at our application deadlines before you apply.


UK students

If you are in Year 13 and applying for a full-time undergraduate course (including our joint honours courses), we recommend that you apply through UCAS.

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If you are applying to study part-time, or already have your qualifications, or wish to join at Year 2 or 3, you should apply directly to the University.

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Careers

There is a wide range of exciting careers in Media and Marketing which include: 

You can also go into postgraduate study and start our MSc Marketing Management to develop specialised knowledge. 

Getting you career ready

Your degree is only part of your story.

We're here to help prepare you for life after university.

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Additional information about your studies

You will typically study your two subjects equally at stage one, before choosing whether you want to major in one subject at stages two and three.

Teaching hours

Like most universities, we operate extended teaching hours at the University of Derby, so contact time with your lecturers and tutors could be anytime between 9am and 9pm. Your timetable will usually be available on the website 24 hours after enrolment on to your course.

Course updates

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If you are thinking about transferring onto this course (into the second year for example), you should contact the programme leader for the relevant course information as modules may vary from those shown on this page.

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