Advertising and Marketing Communications
Entry requirements
This programme is open to graduates from any discipline and does not require marketing study to be completed at undergraduate level.
One year course
- You will need an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (2.2 or above).
Two year course
- You will need an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above).
Additional requirements
- All applicants will be required to demonstrate a commitment to the subject they wish to study and should demonstrate how their chosen programme of study will benefit them in their future career.
- One academic reference is required.
Other qualifications and experience
We welcome applications from students with non-standard qualifications and learning backgrounds and work experience. We consider credit transfer, vocational and professional qualifications, and any work or life experience you may have.
You can view our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy which outlines the process and options available, such as recognising experiential learning and credit transfer.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Impactful marketing campaigns tackle challenges, spark meaningful conversations, shape culture, build communities, and drive ethical change.
Our MSc Advertising and Marketing Communications course is designed for graduates from any discipline who aspire to build a successful agency or client-side career in marketing communications. This career-focused course, combines cutting-edge theory with practical experience. You’ll master integrated marketing communications, creative storytelling with data-driven insight, public relations strategy, and media planning, while exploring consumer psychology, the challenges faced in marketing communications, and the martech tools that power campaigns. Through live briefs and consultancy projects with real clients, you’ll learn how to strategically and sustainably craft authentic campaigns that build trust, inspire action, and deliver measurable impact.
Whether you aspire to become an Account Executive, Campaign Manager or Account Director, you’ll graduate from Nottingham Business School with the confidence and capability to deliver innovative multi-channel campaigns, manage brand reputation, and lead ethical creative marketing communications strategies.
Nottingham Business School is proud to have achieved the prestigious triple crown of international accreditations with EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. This is the highest international benchmark of excellence for business schools.
Information for international students
We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international qualifications on our international entry requirements page.
If you need help achieving the academic entry requirements, we offer a Pre-Masters course for this degree. The course is offered through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC) based on our City Campus.
English language requirements
View our English language requirements for all courses, including alternative English language tests and country qualifications accepted by the University.
If you need help achieving the language requirements, we offer a Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes course on our City Campus which is an intensive preparation course for academic study at NTU.
Fees and funding
Please view the course page for the latest course fees. Nottingham Trent University offer a number of competitive scholarships worth up to 50% of your tuition fees. Find out more about fees and funding.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12-24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
If you opt for the two-year option you can add a year’s work placement onto your course. It’s a great way to put your learning into practice and gain valuable real-world experience to help boost your career prospects once graduating. Completion of a placement means you'll also qualify for a Placement Diploma in Industrial Experience.
Course contact details
- Name
- Nottingham Business School
- enquiries@ntu.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)115 848 2999