25Jan
UndergraduateCourse summary
As the function which represents the organisation’s customers, marketing makes a vital contribution to business success. If you are interested in developing your marketing knowledge and skills in order to pursue a career as a marketing professional, 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 as part of the Work Based Learning module when you will complete a live marketing project. Other modules you will study are – *First Year: * Essentials of Marketing Brand Management Marketing Research Marketing Communications Business Management Introduction to Accounts *Second Year: * Marketing Planning Consumer Behaviour Digital Marketing Marketing Research Why study a FdSc Marketing at Belfast Met? The FdSc Marketing at Belfast Met is a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) accredited degree, so in addition to the achievement of a FdSc qualification validated by Ulster University, eligible graduates are entitled to exemptions offered by CIM. Graduates who achieve their Foundation Degree and who want to complete the Foundation Certificate in Professional & Digital Marketing, are entitled to claim an exemption from ONE module. Graduates who achieve their Foundation Degree and who want to complete the Certificate in Professional & Digital Marketing, are entitled to claim an exemption from TWO modules. CIM qualifications are globally recognised and highly valued by employers, so this represents a very appealing enhancement to each graduate’s personal profile. A FdSc Marketing from Belfast Met will support and enhance the development of your employability skills that include: Creative problem-solving Critical Thinking Team-working Communication Leadership This programme of study is likely to include enrichment units, which are an additional component to enhance your employability. You can learn more about the CIM’s Accredited Degree at https://www.cim.co.uk/qualifications/cim-accredited-degree/ Please read our Terms and Conditions before applying for or enrolling on any of our courses.
Modules
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 as part of the Work Based Learning module when you will complete a live marketing project. Other modules you will study are – First Year:
- Essentials of Marketing
- Brand Management
- Marketing Communications
- Business Management
- Introduction to Accounts
- Personal & Professional Development
- Marketing Planning
- Consumer Behaviour
- Digital Marketing
Assessment method
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
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Chartered Institute of Marketing
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- U004
- Institution code:
- B07
- Campus name:
- Titanic Quarter Campus
- Campus code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Belfast Met will not be sponsoring new applications for a student visa for the academic year 2025-26. More information on Right to Study and applying with overseas qualifications is available on our Frequently Asked Questions page on our website https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/full-time/how-to-apply/application-faqs/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Other
Following receipt of application, applicants will enter a Pre-Entry Advice process. Applicants must complete this before moving to the next stage of the process.
English language requirements
There are minimum English Language requirements for full-time Higher Education programmes. Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE English Language. The College may accept an equivalent level of qualification. Some courses may require higher than the minimum Grade C/4. You are advised to check the individual course entry requirements. You can find these within the Entry Requirements section under each individual course. Where a GCSE grade in English is specified as the only qualification accepted, other English competency qualifications may not apply. If you have not achieved GCSE English Language Grade C/4 or an equivalent level, you will be asked to provide evidence of English Language competency. Other qualifications may be accepted as evidence of level of competency on a case-by-case basis. To provide evidence of English Language competency, please contact us on 028 90 265 265 or email [email protected] You will be referred to the appropriate curriculum area who will guide you on your next steps. Where an ESOL qualification is used, the appropriate level must be achieved across all skills - Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening. Applicants should also check the English language criteria for progression to other further and higher education institutions as these may vary.
Please click on the link below for more information about course entry requirements.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £3110 | Year 1 |
| England | £3110 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3110 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £3110 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £3110 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £3110 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £3110 | Year 1 |
| International | £7735 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The College reserves the right to introduce bursaries, offer concessions and vary fees within this schedule during the financial year to ensure optimal participation.
The College reserves the right to vary fees within this schedule during the financial year in line with amendments to Government policy.
Applicants and students will be informed, at the earliest opportunity of any rate change.
All course fees must be paid, or payment terms agreed with the College in advance of course commencement.
Please refer to our Fees and Charges Policy 2025-26 available from the Public Documents section of our website at www.belfastmet.ac.uk
Sponsorship information
Our Student Funding service provides advice and guidance to students on funding opportunities available in support of their studies. We aim to inform students about the range of financial assistance available, the relevant criteria and how these funds can be accessed. Please visit our website at https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/life-at-the-met/students-support/student-finance/ to find out more information.
Provider information
Belfast Metropolitan College
Titanic Quarter Campus
7 Queens Road
Belfast
BT3 9DT