The BA (Hons) Creative Advertising degree at Lincoln focuses on generating engaging and innovative communications. Shaped by collaborations with advertising agencies, this course aims to consider creative solutions for the challenges of global marketing. It explores the relationship between conceptual thinking, copywriting and design with the aim of helping students to develop an understanding of the integrated nature of effective advertising. Students have opportunities to work with a range of media, from television and print to digital and ambient advertising. Working on creative briefs for clients can help to equip students with the practical skills and insight needed to meet real-world challenges. Many of our academics are experienced practitioners who maintain industry links, helping to create opportunities for work experience. Students are encouraged to enter, and are frequently successful in, national competitions such as those run by Design & Art Direction and the Young Creative Network.

Career Opportunities Recent graduates have gone on to work in top creative companies around the world such as Wieden+Kennedy, adam&eveDDB and Bartle Bogle Hegarty. Many take up roles in communications and marketing or set up their own businesses. Some go on to further study at Master’s or doctoral level. Careers Service The University Careers and Employability Team offer qualified advisors who can work with you to provide tailored, individual support and careers advice during your time at the University. As a member of our alumni we also offer one-to-one support in the first year after completing your course, including access to events, vacancy information and website resources; with access to online vacancies and virtual and website resources for the following two years. This service can include one-to-one coaching, CV advice and interview preparation to help you maximise your future opportunities. The service works closely with local, national and international employers, acting as a gateway to the business world.