Passionate about digital marketing and social media? Study the BSc Digital Marketing and Social Media at BSBI. Apply today and save up to 50% reduction on your fees via our High Achiever scholarship scheme. Terms and conditions apply.*
Why study this programme
The BSc (Hons) in Digital Marketing and Social Media programme, created in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts, an institution that has been ranked 13th out of all UK universities in The Guardian League Tables 2020 and ranked 7th in business, marketing and management (The Guardian League Tables 2021).
This programme equips students with skills in marketing and communications, digital marketing analytics, marketing and media planning and social media development. You can choose between the three or four-year International Route. The four-year route will include a foundation year which will help you develop core knowledge of creative business and management. Additionally, you’ll be fully prepared for using English in academic work.
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Adding value to your degree with a professional short course certificate.
In addition to your programme modules, BSBI offers Professional Certificate courses that are designed to help you develop your career path and succeed in your industry of choice.
You will have the option to choose from:
Data Analytics: This course enables business managers to integrate data-driven decisions and develop the thorough theoretical background required to succeed in this field.
Digital Marketing and Social Media: You will gain indispensable skills in social media and digital marketing so you can stay ahead of the competition.
Financial and Business Modelling: This course can help you make advanced level decisions that enhance the value of your organisation.
Project Management: This programme teaches you leadership skills and how to effectively address constraints including scope, time and budget.
Character Development - Leadership and Strategy: You will develop skills in innovation and entrepreneurship whilst leading from the front.
Why study in Berlin
Our English taught programme is extremely affordable and will provide you with specialised knowledge and skills through a variety of different teaching methods such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, practical work, seminars and trips. BSBI is based in Berlin, Germany, an excellent study destination, ranked the world’s most innovative country according to the 2020 Bloomberg Innovation Index.
*Terms and Conditions:
Only international students are eligible for the High Achiever scholarship scheme.
Not applicable for European passport holders, you can apply for our current scholarships.
Students with high school scores from 60% will be eligible for the High Achiever scholarship scheme – from 50% for foundation programmes.
The High Achiever Scholarship scheme is subject to approval by Admissions.
To secure the scholarship, a minimum deposit of €2,000 must be paid before the deadline
This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or scholarships.
Terms and conditions of the Study Agreement are still applicable.
Entry Requirements
Foundation (International Route)
Minimum Age: 17 (titles awarded upon completion of at least 11 years of schooling)
Academic Qualifications: ECCTIS UK equivalent to GCSE
English Language Requirements:
Official English Tests
IELTS – minimum overall score of 5.0 (with min 4.5 in each component);
Password test – minimum overall score of 5.0 (with min 4.5 in each component);
PTE (Academic) – minimum overall score of 46 (with min 41 in each component);
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT overall score of B1 Achiever High Pass;
Duolingo test with an overall score of 95+.
West African Certificates (WAEC AND NECO only) as a stand-alone with a minimum of C6 in English and issued within the last 5 years. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is also accepted with an overall grade of C or above. For Tanzania and Cameroon, we request an IELTS (or equivalent certificate).
WAEC/NECO must be enhanced by a successful (50%+) Internal English Assessment if issued more than 5 years ago.
Nationals of a majority English speaking country who have taken their academic qualifications in that country, do not need to sit an English test ( Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK and USA.
The English Language test can be waived and a Medium of Instruction Letter submitted if:
Applicants have achieved ECCTIS UK recognised High School Certificate, where the medium of instruction was entirely in English (teaching and assessment);
You are a Canadian national who has completed studies at an English-speaking School/College/University.
BSc (Hons)
Minimum age: 18 years old (titles awarded upon completion of at least 12 years of schooling)
Academic qualifications:
A school leaving certificate that allows you to pursue higher education in Germany (e.g. Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, Matura or International Baccalaureate), or International school leaving certificates, or BTEC/National Diploma, or Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education.
If you do not meet the above academic requirements, applicants with professional qualifications and/or 4 or more years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis.
English language requirements:
Official English Tests
IELTS – minimum overall score of 6.0 (with min 5.5 in each component);
Password test – minimum overall score of 6.0 (with min 5.5 in each component);
PTE (Academic) – minimum overall score of 56 ( with min 51 in each component);
TOEFL IBT overall score of 80 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17);
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge English Proficiency overall score of 69 (min 162 in each component);
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT overall score of B2 Communicator High Pass (min 33 in each component);
Duolingo test with an overall score of 105;
The English Language test can be waived and a Medium of Instruction Letter can be submitted if:
applicants who have achieved ECCTIS UK recognised High-School Certificate within the last 2 years where the medium of instruction was entirely in English (teaching and assessment). Medium of instruction letter can also be accepted if the applicant has graduated within the last 5 years but must be supported by a Duolingo test;
you are a Canadian national who has completed studies at an English-speaking School/College/University.
West African Certificates (WAEC AND NECO only) as a stand-alone with a minimum of C6 in English and issued within the last 5 years. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is also accepted with an overall grade of C or above. For Tanzania and Cameroon, we request an IELTS (or equivalent certificate).
WAEC/NECO must be enhanced by a successful (50%+) Internal English Assessment if issued more than 5 years ago.
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AICE certificates.
International Baccalaureate Diploma if: English Syllabus A: Standard or Higher Grade 4, or above and English Syllabus B: Standard Grade 5 or Higher Grade 4, or above.
Nationals of a majority English speaking country who have taken their academic qualifications in that country, do not need to sit an English test ( Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK and USA.
*Above High School Certificate can be Undergraduate Certificate, Undergraduate Diploma, HNC, HND, CertHE, DipHE, etc.
High Achievers Scholarship
BSBI’s High Achievers Scholarships give students the opportunity to receive up to 50% scholarship on tuition. This is only available for international students and the entry requirements for the programmes must be met.
Terms & Conditions
Only international students are eligible for the High Achiever scholarship scheme.
Not applicable for European passport holders, you can apply for our current scholarships.
Students with high school scores from 60% will be eligible for the High Achiever scholarship scheme – from 50% for foundation programmes.
The High Achiever Scholarship scheme is subject to approval by Admissions.
To secure the scholarship, a minimum deposit of €2,000 must be paid before the deadline.
The tuition fee balance must be paid before the start of the programme – unless a payment plan has been agreed.
This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or scholarships.
Terms and conditions of the Study Agreement are still applicable.
