Web Development

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MDIA 3001
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Course ID
201168
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Comm, Media and Jour
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Susannah Emery
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

Through specialised study and practical engagement, students develop skills in interpreting design briefs, producing web preproduction materials, and communicating and pitching design concepts to stakeholders. They gain expertise in web infrastructure management; in building and managing functional websites using content management systems; and in implementing and evaluating accessibility standards to ensure compliant and user-friendly websites. 

  • Planning & Preproduction 
  • Web Infrastructure & CMS Foundations 
  • Site Optimisation & Professional Practice 

Course learning outcomes

  • Develop functional website preproduction materials from design briefs and effectively communicate and pitch web design concepts to stakeholders.
  • Apply web infrastructure management skills, including domain registration, hosting setup, and implementing security measures, to maintain reliable websites.
  • Effectively utilise content management systems (CMS) to build and manage functional websites to meet client goals, including customising themes and templates, ensuring ethical use of digital assets.
  • Implement and evaluate accessibility standards to meet industry expectations for compliant and user-friendly websites.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 24912
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 15
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-19
7 May - 4 Jun Thursday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-19

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed MDIA2001 Web Design Principles

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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