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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W123
Mass Communications, Advertising and Public Relations
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£1,820Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
83%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Mass Communications, Advertising and Public Relations at Edinburgh Napier University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Prepare for a career in mass communications, advertising and public relations, with this new professionally accredited course Know you’re interested in Communications, but not a 100% sure what career? Edinburgh Napier University has more than 20 years' experience in teaching professional communication. Recognised by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), this professionally focused course will prepare you for employment or postgraduate study in a range of disciplines such as advertising, public relations, branding,... International tuition fees are £1,820 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Communication Theory and Practice
Advertising Strategy and Creative Development
Public Relations Principles and Management
Digital Media and Communications
Brand Management and Identity
Corporate Communications and Stakeholder Relations
Research Methods for Communications
Professional Practice and Industry Placement
UCAS Code:W123
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC Including English or a Literary subject* |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including English or a Literary subject*. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 56 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£1,820
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£7,280
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £13,000 | £18,500 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £19,000 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 23% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
84%
Overall
Teaching on my course
83%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
83%Academic support
94%Organisation and management
80%Learning resources
85%Student voice
77%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh Napier University offers Mass Communications, Advertising and Public Relations as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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