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A Pathway in Business and Management is designed to develop strong foundations in design, critical thinking, and research.

In the First Year Pathway students complete the Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University first year of the degree, undertaking the same modules, in the same classes as students entering the University directly. Alongside the Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University modules, students entering through the First Year Pathway will have additional support and tuition from Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University.

First Year

A First Year pathway is available for students who:

• Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold equivalent to AS/A level studies)
• Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
• Have been away from studies for a period of time
• Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK

If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University

Progressing from First Year

At Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University we offer a first year or stage 2 level study. Either students will enter this pathway following completion of the foundation, or for students that have completed equivalent of A level study we also have an entry point at first year of a bachelor’s degree.

Upon completion of the first year, or Stage 2, you will seamlessly progress to the second year of your chosen degree with the University, and no longer be registered with Plymouth University International College (PUIC) at Plymouth University

Marketing

Become a driving force behind modern business. Our degree has deep industry ties and years of student feedback, which we use to shape the course and continuously adapt it to reflect current issues. Including an option to specialise in digital and social media marketing. Become a flexible, skilled communicator with a flair for marketing strategy, giving you the head start needed for a flying career in marketing management, advertising, digital marketing or marketing research.

You will distinguish yourself professionally with an accredited degree – this course is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing, The Institute of Data and Marketing and works with The Market Research Society.

Key features

• Gain real world experience and be involved in a number of live consultancy projects.
• Specialise in digital and social media marketing.
• Distinguish yourself professionally with an accredited degree – this course is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing, The Institute of Data and Marketing and works with The Market Research Society. Receive maximum exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Marketing’s Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing.
• To enhance the employability of our students we work with key professional bodies within marketing such as the IDM/DMA, MRS and CIM by ensuring that the subjects are relevant and up to date, providing opportunities for professional certificates and scope for future professional development. As part of the degree we provide opportunities to attain:
  • IDM Certificate in Digital Marketing
  • MRS Certificate in Market Research
  • CIM Graduate Gateway
• Be inspired by our teaching staff, who are published in their field and have wide professional marketing expertise.