MA Applied Immersive Technology (Creative Industries)

The MA Applied Immersive Technology (Creative Industries) course offered by Teesside University is a postgraduate program designed for students interested in the development of immersive technology in the creative industries. It provides a solid foundation in existing and emerging immersive technology platforms, exploring the practical use and theoretical context of these technologies. The course adopts an innovative approach to learning, allowing students full use of the University’s industry-standard equipment.Course Content: The course curriculum provides students with the opportunity to work on a substantial project of their choice, focusing on the application of immersive technologies within their chosen area in the creative industries. This includes conceptualisation, development, and commercialisation. Theoretical modules explore the historical and contemporary context of immersive technology, while practical modules allow for experimentation with a range of technologies including VR, AR and mixed reality.Key Modules: Students will study core modules like Practical Immersive Technology, Theoretical Immersive Technology, Research Methods, and Immersive Technology Major Project. They also have the choice of studying either Commercialising Digital Innovation or Entrepreneurial Digital Marketing as a selective module. Future Careers: This course prepares students for a wide range of careers. They could become developers, project managers, or consultants in emerging technology sectors within the creative industries. Increasingly, there is also an opportunity to work in the broader digital sector, in roles which require a deep understanding of immersive technology development and deployment. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.cfm).