CertHE Creative Advertising

Key Information Detail
Full-time Duration: 1 year
School: Lincoln School of Design
Validation Status: Validated
UCAS Code: W214

Introduction

The Creative Advertising Certificate in Higher Education is a one year programme of study which encourages students to become adaptive creative thinkers, who can work in small teams to develop their thoughts into concepts that can be turned into creative campaigns. The course explores the relationship between conceptual thinking, copywriting, and design. It gives students the tools to develop an understanding of the integrated nature of effective advertising.


Modules

All Level 1 modules of the BA (Hons) Creative Advertising programme must be successfully completed for the award of the Certificate of Higher Education in Creative Advertising. The programme has been designed to give students the opportunity, upon completion, to progress directly into Level 2 of the full degree programme.

What You Need to Know

We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.

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Assessment

The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that are used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.


Career Opportunities

This programme is designed to provide successful students with the opportunity to progress directly on to one of our full degree programmes. Some of our most recent Creative Advertising graduates have gone on to work in top creative companies around the world such as Spotify, Grey, adam&eveDDB, Droga5, Fallon, WCRS, Achtung!, Leo Burnett, and Ogilvy. Many take on roles in communications and marketing, or set up their own businesses, while others go on to study further at Master’s or doctoral level.


About the Certificate of Higher Education

As part of the University’s commitment to widening participation, our Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) programmes offer an alternative route for applicants who have accepted an offer from the University of Lincoln but have not quite achieved the requirements for direct entry onto their chosen degree programme.

Learn more about a Certificate of Higher Education from the University of Lincoln.