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Digital Marketer (Integrated Degree) Apprenticeship Standard

  • Course Type: Degree Apprenticeship
  • Institution Code: P56
Course overview

What can this course lead to?

Your journey as a Digital Marketing Apprentice opens the door to a variety of exciting career opportunities, including roles such as:
       
Content Marketing Executive
Digital and Social Media Executive
Digital Marketing Account Manager
Digital Marketing Analyst
Digital Marketing Campaign Manager
Digital Marketing Executive/ Officer
Digital Producer
Display Advertising Executive
On line and Digital Marketing Lead
On line and E-commerce Marketing Specialist
Pay Per Click Analyst
Programmatic Executive
Search Engine Optimisation Executive
Social Media Specialist

Successful completion of modules will allow students to apply for The Professional Certificate in Marketing (Digital Marketing) from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). You can also continue your development by studying professional qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

The Digital Marketer Degree apprenticeship is your gateway to mastering the dynamic world of digital marketing while earning a bachelor’s degree – all with no tuition fees! Designed in collaboration with industry leaders, this apprenticeship blends academic study with hands-on experience in professional settings. You’ll develop essential skills in SEO, social media strategy, content creation, digital campaigns, and analytics, making you an invaluable asset to any organisation.

No matter the field you aspire to join, obtaining a reputable marketing qualification is a reliable method to distinguish yourself. Acquire the essential professional skills necessary for a contemporary digital marketing career through this BA (Hons) Digital Marketing degree, aligned to the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

Enrolling on the BA Digital Marketer or BA Digital Marketer (integrated apprenticeship) program at UCP will provide you with a solid grasp of marketing terminology, concepts, principles, and techniques.

You will gain an understanding of the societal, political, ethical, technological, environmental, and global landscapes within which contemporary businesses and marketers function, and develop the expertise to formulate digital marketing strategies for diverse organisations, setting yourself apart with a diverse portfolio showcasing marketing projects and real client work post-graduation.

One of the benefits of studying with UCP is the opportunity to build strong networks with regional employers and work on real-world business challenges. Employers are looking for graduates with practical knowledge of both content management and technical skills in digital marketing, as well as enhanced business and commercial awareness, and practical skills within areas such as project management and social media marketing. Employability and personal development modules are included at each level of the course. This culminates in the Professional Placement module in the final year, where you engage in a work placement, either during term time or over the summer vacation. Successful completion of modules will allow you to apply for The Professional Certificate in Marketing (Digital Marketing) from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

As the foremost professional organisation for marketers globally, the CIM is dedicated to advancing the marketing profession, upholding professional standards, and enhancing the skills of marketing practitioners. In collaboration with CIM, UCP offers you the chance to attain professional qualifications through the CIM Accredited Degree partnership. These CIM qualifications are in high demand among employers, and their content is integrated into our degree programs, ensuring that we provide you with optimal opportunities for a successful career in marketing. The courses at University Centre Peterborough are studied in smaller class sizes compared with other universities, a typical class size is under 20 students.

What is covered?

Level 4
•        Principles of Marketing
•        Digital Marketing Fundamentals
•        Social Media & Marketing Technology
•        Search Engine Marketing & Optimisation
•        Personal and Professional Development
Level 5
•        Marketing Strategy in the Digital Age
•        Consumer & buyer behaviour and insights
•        Integrated Marketing Communications
•        Brand management


Level 6
•        Contemporary issues in digital marketing
•        Strategic Marketing and Leadership
•        B2B marketing and e-commerce
•        Undergraduate major project

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This course is subject to validation but you would typically require grades C/4 or above in GCSE English and maths and a Level 3 qualification in a related subject.

Course information
Location

Peterborough

Start Date

September

Fees

For levy-paying organisations, the cost is paid from their digital account at a rate of £21,000 per apprentice. For non-levy paying organisations, there will be a financial contribution of 5% which equates to £1,050 per apprentice.

Duration

36 Months

Validated by

Subject to Validation

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