Marketing BSc (Hons)

A Brighton Marketing degree prepares you for rewarding careers in areas including brand management, digital marketing, advertising, market research and public relations.

Our marketing courses are taught by our School of Business and Law which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (ASCSB) – a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live brief modules across the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Our Marketing BSc is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), giving you a professionally recognised degree and the opportunity for module exemptions on future CIM qualifications.



• Comprehensive first year – you’ll gain a strong understanding of key areas such as marketing principles, understanding markets and finance for marketing before you specialise.



• Customise your degree from year two with a selection of option modules, allowing you to specialise in areas that match your career goals.



• Industry links – learn with experienced academics and guest speakers who bring current, real-world marketing knowledge into the classroom.



• Gain valuable experience by working on live briefs and real client projects throughout your course, which will help you stand out to future employers.



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year and apply your learning to a real-world setting. Our students have completed placements at companies including American Express, BMW, Disney, Electronic Arts, IBM and Microsoft.



• Get hands-on and develop your professional portfolio with our student-led marketing and PR agency, Bright Young Things.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Marketing
Studying marketing in Brighton means being part of a thriving creative city which is home to start-ups, agencies and major brands. You’ll benefit from a vibrant business environment that offers opportunities for guest talks, project collaboration and inspiration for your future career.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025).

Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.

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