Immersive technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive audio and mixed reality now allow us to take traditional 2D experiences further by putting us inside incredible virtual environments, or by blending the real world with augmented digital content. Immersive media enhance the world around us by giving us access to information and knowledge in new, stimulating, useful and entertaining ways. Learn how to create content for this exciting new form of media and contribute to the way we will communicate, work and play in the future
The combination of new digital tools and devices, with the creative skills you will learn on this course, will equip you to develop not just new content, but to contribute to the creation of whole new markets and industries. From immersive gaming and interactive art, to flight simulations and surgical training tools, the possibilities are endless.
The first year allows you to experiment with a range of immersive technologies and learn the fundamentals of immersion, narrative, character and environment creation. You will undertake a series of short, quick workshops and projects that help you to develop key skills in producing compelling content for immersive media.
The second year of the programme introduces you to the numerous commercial contexts in which immersive media can add value and be deployed. It provides you with valuable enterprise and entrepreneurial skills that will be essential in your future employability. You will additionally learn how to develop your own workflow process and continue to learn more essential technical and creative skills.
The programme incorporates an optional “placement year” which you can use to get a placement in industry. Work for yourself as a freelancer, or take the opportunity to develop your own business or idea for and immersive service or product. A well spent placement year will help you to broaden your range of skills and appreciate your final year in the context of real-world development.
Your final year allows you to develop a major piece of independent work which will consolidate the skills you have learnt throughout the programme and provide you with an excellent portfolio piece. You will also develop additional collateral for self-promotion when you are seeking employment.
The programme is designed to be interdisciplinary and allows you to work with students from across the school and university and in a variety of sectors such as entertainment, health and engineering. You will have access to a brand new Immersive Suites and will be taught by a range of experienced lecturers who have extensive experience in academia and their respective industries.
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Course Details – Assessment Method
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
W286
Institution code:
P60
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
96-112 tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A Levels, General Studies accepted
Including a minimum of 2 A Levels, General Studies accepted.
In combination with Advanced Highers
Considered in combination
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably Art & Design, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
96-112 tariff points, including two Advanced Highers
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
In any subject
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
In any subject
96-112 tariff points overall. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or above required.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
With 5.5 in all elements.
Full details of English Language requirements can be found on our website.
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
74%
Go onto work and study:
89%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees
* Fees are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
Provider information
Drake Circus
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Plymouth
PL4 8AA
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