Creative Technologies

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, extended reality (XR) or music technology.

You'll guide your own 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, with support from our expert academics. 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, extended reality, 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.

• • 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, focusing 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.
  Exit awards
• • You'll complete this course with one of the following exit awards, based on the specialism you study:
  • MSc Creative Technologies (this pathway)
  • MSc Computer Animation
  • MSc Computer Games Technology
  • MSc Music Technology
  • MSc Extended Reality
  • Alternative course
  We also offer an MA in Creative Technologies. The MA focuses on developing creative projects, while this MSc supports the development and exploration of technology.

Career planning

During your course you'll have expert career support from our Careers and Employability Centre, your tutors and our Business and Law Career-Ready Programme. This support will continue for 5 years after you graduate.

Career support

You'll benefit from:

• Networking events
• 1-to-1 appointments
• CV and cover letter advice
• Interview preparation and practice
• Workshops to enhance your employability skills
• Recruitment events, including the Student and Graduate Opportunities Fair
• Support starting your own business