Creative Technology * - MSc

University of the West of England, Bristol

Postgraduate

In Bristol

£ 7,000 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Almost everything we do in our daily lives employs creative technology in one way or another, whether this is film and music, print and broadcast or commerce and interactive entertainment. Our increasing dependence on technology means there is a growing need for skilled and highly versatile creative technologists who are able to identify, design, build and implement systems and solutions that stretch the potential of software and programming.
The MSc Creative Technology will equip you to work at the cutting edge of associated industries, with the key analytic and creative skills needed to embrace new and as yet unimagined technologies and their uses. You will gain an enhanced understanding of practice, technology and people, along with the ability to select appropriate working methods and approaches in professional creative contexts. It is also a pathway to further academic study in the field or for those wishing to forge a career within international research.
Building on your skills
The course offers an in depth and critical approach. Practical learning will allow you to create, apply and evaluate technological solutions in different creative contexts, including programming, web technologies, physical computing and project management. You will also have the opportunity to specialise in particular areas of interest - enabling you to develop a deeper understanding of various elements of the creative technology landscape.
The Masters degree is relevant for technical, engineering, science or mathematics graduates looking to advance their competence in the development and application of technology. It is equally appropriate for creative practitioners with the relevant level of technical experience.
Designed for the real world
Established links with national and international industry and some of Bristol's most exciting cultural organisations give you the opportunity to gain real-world experience though collaborative projects and work placements.
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Bristol (Avon)
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Coldharbour Lane, BS16 1QY

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About this course

Placements
Placements give you the opportunity to hone your professional skills, gain industry knowledge and expand your network of contacts.
From day one, we encourage you to develop an online portfolio and apply your skills in industry. To support this, we run an online forum and jobs board with details of internships, summer placements and other opportunities with our established industry partners, including Disney Digital Division, LYFT, IBM, E3. CX Partners and Gravity Well.
As a result, many students do commercial work alongside their studies. These range from developing...

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  • Technology
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  • Project
  • Programming
  • International
  • Industry

Course programme

Content

Course structure will be available soon.

Learning and Teaching

The course is based on a mixed programme of theory and practice. This will be delivered through a combination of lectures, presentations, seminars, workshops, group work, supervision and placements.

As well as contact hours on campus, you will be encouraged to undertake independent learning through essential reading, case study preparation, and assignment work. Consultancy projects and guest lectures from industry specialists give you invaluable insights into the professional environment.

Throughout the course, each student will be supported by an individual supervisor. You will also have access to high-quality technical and specialist support, facilities, labs and studios.

In addition to developing practical skills, there is a strong emphasis on developing your professional and interpersonal skills, such as presentation, communication, planning, costing and teamwork.

For more details, see our glossary of teaching and learning terms.

Study time

The MSc Creative Technology is available as both a full-time and part-time course.

Full-time
Full-time students study for 60 credits each term. Contact learning includes six classroom hours per week with additional technical workshops, tutorials and project progress meetings during the academic year. Additionally, you will be expected to pursue your own self-directed study. This will be related to both projects and assessment goals, and can be based around your chosen area of interest or expertise.

Part-time
If you choose to study part time, there is considerable flexibility in how many modules you take at any one time, as well as the time you take to complete the course. The recommended part-time route involves completing the taught component in four terms over two academic years, attending three hours of classes a week. Part-time students typically study 30 credits in each term of each year.

Assessment

We use a range of assessment tools throughout the course, such as coursework, portfolio presentations, academic written submissions, poster presentations and exams for individual modules. You will also complete a dissertation based on the final collaborative project.

For more details see our full glossary of assessment terms.

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