St Mary’s University has an impressive track record of developing successful degree programmes related to sport and the sports industries.We work closely with some of the leading sports communication and marketing companies in London to offer outstanding work placements that will prepare you for a range of exciting careers in sport, business and media.The course takes an interdisciplinary approach to communications and marketing by combining industry-specific knowledge with applied skills.The emphasis placed on work experience, as well as the acquisition of creative design and production skills, will provide you with a unique learning experience and a head-start in a rapidly changing digital world.A placement year enables students to undertake a year of experience in an organisation between their second and final year. It is a substantial piece of paid experience where you can make a real contribution to your employer and it can really make you stand out from the crowd!It will also enable you to:Apply the knowledge and skills you gain from your course in a work setting Build your commercial awareness and insights into organisations and industries you might want to work in.Develop your professional skills through company training, networking skills and confidence in the workplaceGet some great experience for future job applications or even land a graduate job!Securing a placement can really help you develop your job search skills and the Employability Service placement and careers teams can support you to find and apply for available opportunities. You will need to attend some preparatory workshops which will explain all aspects of the placement year and give you the skills to find the placement of your choice. With access to our jobs board, careers events and employer contacts you will be able to approach companies confidently and find the right opportunity for you.Please note: in the event that you cannot secure a placement you will be able to transfer onto the 3 year version of your degree programme.Our four-year degree programmes (including a foundation year) provide an alternative route to undergraduate study at university if you do not have the grades to access higher education in the traditional way.You may be a college or school leaver, or a mature student who would like to return to studying.

Department of Business, Law and Society