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MSc Branding and Marketing Communications

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The MSc Branding and Marketing Communications programme at Middlesex University London is designed to bridge creativity and strategy, enabling students to lead branding and communications in a dynamic global market. This…

Tuition
£14,400/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from mdx.ac.uk, updated 4 June 2026About this information

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Course Overview

The MSc Branding and Marketing Communications programme at Middlesex University London is designed to bridge creativity and strategy, enabling students to lead branding and communications in a dynamic global market. This course is ideal for those at the beginning of their marketing careers as well as experienced professionals looking to enhance their expertise. Students will explore the 'phy-gital' space where brands exist, developing skills in brand building, digital media, and consumer psychology. The programme features a unique, practitioner-focused learning experience, including a week-long residential programme where students witness marketing in action with global brands and agencies. Available as a 1-year full-time course or a 2-year part-time option, the curriculum emphasises practical, hands-on application. Students may also choose a 24-month pathway that includes a 12-month professional placement, providing invaluable real-world experience. With a teaching philosophy that puts students at the heart of the learning experience, this programme prepares graduates for diverse roles such as marketing managers, brand consultants, and creative strategists.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Second-class honours degree 2:2 or above in any discipline. Professional qualification of an equivalent standard.

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Core Modules

Practitioner Perspectives: Branding in Action15 Credits Credits
Consumer Psychology and Decision Making15 Credits Credits
Omnichannel Marketing Strategy15 Credits Credits
Digital Campaigns and Analytics15 Credits Credits
Experiential Brand Marketing15 Credits Credits
Digital Creativity & Innovation Lab15 Credits Credits
Capstone Research Project60 Credits Credits
Marketing and Communications Consultancy15 Credits Credits
Preparing for the Professional Placement - Only for students who choose Professional Experience (24 months) Pathway0 Credits Credits

Optional Modules

Postgraduate Placement0 Credits Credits
Business Transformation Project - Only for students who choose Professional Experience (24 months) Pathway0 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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