BA (Hons) Marketing (Top Up) at University of Derby

Programme overview

Marketing is a fast-paced, exciting discipline – essential for the success of any organisation in the private, public, or third sector. The digital revolution has transformed the field, creating a demand for highly specialised skills that go beyond traditional marketing. Our online BA (Hons) Marketing (Top-Up) degree is designed to meet this demand head-on.

What you will study

Core modules: Marketing Across Cultures, Ethics and Sustainability, Emerging Digital Trends, Strategic Marketing, Opportunity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Strategy in the Global Marketplace.

Career pathways

The online Top-Up route to a BA (Hons) Marketing degree is designed for ambitious marketers – whether you’re already working in the field or aiming to step into it. A degree not only validates your expertise but also develops the high-level knowledge, practical skills, and strategic thinking that employers value.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll need: You will need to have an HND, foundation degree or equivalent qualification in a business or marketing related field, or 240 credits from a business-related qualification. Other professional business qualifications that equate to a HND level may be considered.; Alternatively, if you have other relevant professional qualifications, proven marketing experience or a minimum of two years experience gained in a marketing environment, we can consider this too. Please provide details in your application such as CV, Personal Statement, or letter of recommendation.; Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL); RPL may be available for you based upon past study and experience.; English language qualifications; If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification. For this course you will need IELTS 6.0.; Find out more about our English language requirements

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,430 for the whole programme (2025/26). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

International applicants: GBP 5,430 for the whole programme (2025/26). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

Intake: September, January, May

Duration: Part-time: 1-2 years

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