Study location	United Kingdom, Bristol, City Campus
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MA
Course code	I7101

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Applicants will have an honours undergraduate degree in a relevant subject or professional experience, (such as significant filmmaking or multimedia production), and a commitment to research and reflecting on creative practice. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 7.0 (including 7.0 in the written element) CAE: 185 (including 185 in the written element)

Other requirements

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. The reference should be on letterhead paper and preferably typewritten. A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. You will need to provide a show reel or concise portfolio of previous work. This may include audio, film, animation, gameplay, design, photography and writing. Your portfolio must demonstrate your story development flair and experience. If you are short-listed, we will invite you to interview (telephone interviews will be conducted for international applicants).

More information	courses.uwe.ac.uk/I7101/virtual-reality

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Career opportunities

As a successful graduate, you will have the research and planning skills you need to undertake independent, innovative and sustainable projects across multiple industries.

You’ll be highly analytical and strategic, with advanced communications skills that will help you articulate your knowledge of new media technology and storytelling.

You could go on to work in content development and production for immersive storytelling experiences. A variety of industries will be open to you, including:

- filmmaking
- journalism
- games and entertainment
- social media and marketing
- construction
- education
- healthcare
- aerospace and defence
- travel and retail.

The innovative combination of practice and research in this MA means you will also be well equipped to pursue careers in both industry and academia. The critical skills you build on the course could act as an effective bridge to a DPhil or PhD.