MSc Digital Marketing (with Placement/Project Year)

University of Chester

The UK currently has a digital marketing skills gap, and this MSc aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue or enhance a career in marketing with specialist digital marketing expertise. This course is ideal for marketing practitioners who wish to gain digital media skills and knowledge, or graduates who are interested in a digital marketing career and want to increase their job prospects in this growing industry sector. You will learn about key areas of digital marketing strategy, the application of digital technologies and how to monitor campaigns. This includes the development of practical and creative skills in email marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO), online advertising, website usability, mobile applications, market segmentation, affiliate marketing, online PR and social media. Our course has been designed in partnership with leading digital practitioners and the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing to make sure it provides you with the skills and knowledge needed by industry. As a result, there is also an opportunity for successful students to achieve further professional recognition. Choosing a Professional Placement MSc is a win-win for your career, giving you the chance to get real experience, apply your cutting-edge skills in the workplace and stand out to future employers. In the first year you will have help from the University to find a placement, whilst developing your expertise. You will then spend your second year out in industry on placement, getting the chance to work with industry professionals and grow your network of industry contacts. Bringing the latest business school insights to industry, you will get to make a difference to the workplace and make lasting links with your employer. Students need to find and secure their own placement, supported by the University. A preparation module will also help you to get ready for your placement.