Course summary
Overview Boost your existing skill set with this one year, bespoke MSc Creative Technologies degree course, where you can choose to specialise in computer games technology, computer animation, music technology or extended reality. You'll master the design and application of new hardware, software and techniques used in creative and innovative technology. You'll design, create and manage a media development or research programme. You'll also learn to address research problems and apply your skills to advancing the creative technology industry. On this Master's in Creative Technologies degree course, you control the direction of your studies and professional development. With multiple creative pathways to choose from in computer animation, computer games technology or music technology, you’ll research, design and develop a unique personal project in your chosen specialism, paving the way for an exciting career in the entertainment and media industries. Eligibility This course accepts UK, EU, and international students. Course highlights
- Supercharge your existing skills by accessing our outstanding facilities and the latest equipment used in the industry, including our new Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality (CCIXR), sound recording studios, industry-standard game content creation software and console development kits
- Research, design and develop a personal project of your choosing, focussing on creative problems and developing your portfolio skills
- Design and create your own software, systems, 2D/3D assets and innovative solutions
- Grow professionally through the help and support of your lecturers, most of whom are industry experts
- Maximise your career potential by developing the professional knowledge, critical understanding and advanced skills needed to succeed in your chosen subject area
Modules
All modules are core:
- Professional, Academic and Research Development (30 credits)
- Project Context and Definition (30 credits)
- Project Design and Development (60 credits)
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through: practical artefacts, written reports, and creative projects. You'll be able to test your ideas and techniques informally before doing assessments that count towards your final mark. Feedback is available on all practice and formal assessments so that you can improve in the future. You'll receive detailed written feedback on summative assignments, while formative feedback may be written or verbal. You'll be paired with a project supervisor who' will provide plenty of feedback, to help you improve in the future.
Entry requirements
A second-class honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject or a master's degree in an appropriate subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered. An online portfolio submission may be required as part of the selection process.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0. |
| PTE Academic | 65 | An overall score of 65 with a minimum of 62 in each skill. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 91 | 91 with a minimum of 20 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking and 20 in Writing. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 169. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 169. | |
| Trinity ISE | Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components. |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9400 | Year 1 |
| England | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| International | £17900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship.
Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Fees may also be subject to an annual increase.
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP