Theresa Touma

“I found there was a really great balance between creativity and practicality which really appealed to me in the Advertising and Promotions major. 

"My studies at UTS have been really great in helping me establish my career. While in second year I worked part-time at Dell in their marketing department as part of an internship that was being offered through UTS. I then went on to work at a media agency which was recommended by one of the guest lecturers/industry leaders who came to speak to us regarding our future in the media and advertising industry. It was these opportunities that were available which gave me great grounding in the industry and help me know what I wanted to do once I finished.

"Although it can get difficult and demanding trying to juggle both work and uni, by keeping the lines of communication open between my employer and my lecturers I ensure I keep on top of everything that needs to be done. They also help me prioritise and plan giving me useful insights into the industry and my uni work. It also provided a welcome chance for me to explored what I am studying in a practical sense, being able to apply it to real life scenarios.”