Advertising: Theory and Practice

Postgraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MARK 5004
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Course ID
201751
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Marketing
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Amelie Burgess
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course delves into the core principles of advertising, merging theoretical knowledge with practical applications to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and strategies shaping the advertising landscape. The course provides a strategic framework for integrated advertising campaigns, exploring emerging trends. Students' skills are transformed to assist them in devising media and creative strategies to create impactful campaigns, from planning to evaluation. By mastering media and creative strategies, students become proficient advertisers, while also examining ethical and legal considerations in today's evolving marketplace.

  • Foundations in Advertising 
  • Creative and Media in Advertising 
  • Management Considerations for Campaign Planning 

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse the advertising industry by examining the roles of various stakeholders, including agencies, media platforms, and creative professionals.
  • Evaluate and critique advertisements using relevant advertising theories and concepts to assess their effectiveness and impact.
  • Synthesise evidence and information to develop well-rounded recommendations for advertising strategies, including setting objectives, devising plans, and allocating budgets.
  • Exemplify advanced skills in media and creative strategy within advertising, exploring a range of tools, options, and approaches utilised by advertisers.
  • Demonstrate mastery of effective advertising strategies, incorporating specific metrics and tactics to achieve desired outcomes and goals.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 59593
Section
Section SE01
Size
Size 50
Available
Available 50
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Tuesday 4:10pm - 7pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS4-11
13 Oct - 10 Nov Tuesday 4:10pm - 7pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS4-11
Class number
Class number 59592
Section
Section SE02
Size
Size 50
Available
Available 50
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 4:10pm - 7pm Adelaide City Campus West AHMS, 4050A-B
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 4:10pm - 7pm Adelaide City Campus West AHMS, 4050A-B

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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Degree list
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