BA (Honours) Digital Marketing with Foundation Year

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Sheffield Hallam University

Program Overview

This pathway allows students to begin their studies with a foundation year before progressing to the full marketing degree. It provides essential academic preparation and introduces business and marketing basics.

Year 1 (Foundation Year)
Students develop core academic skills in research, writing, and critical thinking, alongside introductory modules in marketing and business.

Year 2
In the first year of the degree, students study the principles of marketing, consumer behavior, and the business environment.

Year 3
The second year explores digital marketing, branding, and research methods, with opportunities for live projects.

Year 4
The final year focuses on strategic marketing, global perspectives, and independent research projects.

Focus Areas
Consumer behavior, branding, digital marketing, and strategic planning.

Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be able to understand and design effective marketing strategies while demonstrating strong academic and professional skills.

Reputation

  • Provides accessible entry via a foundation year.
  • CIM accredited.
  • Strong employability outcomes with industry-focused projects.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Designed for students who need additional preparation before entering degree-level study. The foundation year introduces business and marketing concepts before progressing into the full digital marketing degree.

Experiential Learning Highlights:

  • Foundation Skills: Academic and professional skill development with emphasis on business and digital literacy.
  • Progression to Main Program: After the foundation year, students access the full range of digital marketing projects, placements, and live briefs.
  • Work Experience: Opportunity to undertake placements or internships during later years.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates gain the same digital-first opportunities as the standard BA Digital Marketing but benefit from an extended foundation year for skill development.

  • University services to support your employment
    Tailored support for academic and professional skills in the foundation year.

  • Employment stats & salary figures
    Employment outcomes align with the standard BA Digital Marketing programme.

  • University–industry partnerships
    Access to the same employer networks and certifications as BA Digital Marketing.

  • Long-term accreditation value
    Includes CIM accreditation with digital specialisation.

  • Graduation outcomes
    Career outcomes mirror the Digital Marketing programme.

Further academic progression
MSc Digital Marketing, MSc Data Analytics, or other postgraduate business routes.

Program Key Stats

£18,000 (Annual cost)
£ 29
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86 %

Eligibility Criteria

DDD
2.8
28
65

N/A
N/A
6.0
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Marketing Assistant – supports campaigns and brand management
  • Social Media Executive – assists with online branding
  • Market Research Assistant – collects and analyses data
  • Sales and Marketing Coordinator – combines sales with marketing initiatives
  • Events Assistant – helps deliver promotional activities
  • Advertising Assistant – supports creative teams
  • Public Relations Assistant – manages communication tasks
  • Content Creator – develops social and digital materials
  • Account Coordinator – supports client-facing projects
  • Graduate Trainee in Marketing – prepares for managerial progression

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