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Master of Arts [M.A] [Virtual and Extended Reality] From University of The West of England

Bristol, EnglandLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1992established year
20893enrollment
Public
Partner [7 Courses]

Master of Arts [M.A] (Virtual and Extended Reality)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

£15,000/Yr

£15,000 /Yr
  • Master of Arts in Virtual and Extended Reality at the University of The West of England is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • In this program, students will combine theory and critical thinking with practical experimentation.
  • MA Virtual and Extended Realities is an industry-led course designed to address the increased demand for expertise in immersive storytelling.
  • The course is open to passionate graduates who want to enter the radical world of virtual, augmented, and extended reality production.
  • In this program, students will study 
    • Practical Experiments in Interactivity and Immersion
    • Historical and Emerging Concepts in Storytelling 
    • Virtual Reality Story Lab 
    • Virtual Reality Collaborative Project 
  • This year-long course is delivered full time, with an average contact time of 1.5 days each week.
  • students get the opportunity to attend Bristol VR Lab and Pervasive Media Studio talks.
  • This university welcome students from all disciplines and backgrounds, and are looking for people with ideas about how their unique perspective and diverse experiences can contribute to this young and fast-evolving industry.
  • Students will learn practical skills and develop their craft as pioneering storytellers in virtual, augmented, and extended realities.
  • Throughout the course, students will be assessed through a mix of portfolio work, proposals, presentations, evaluations, and reports. 

Important Dates

There is no specific deadline. Applications are accepted until all places are filled but students are advised to apply as soon as possible.

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For January 2024 Intake Jul 1, 2023

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees£15000 (GBP 15000)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses£9048 (GBP 9048)
Total Cost£9048 (GBP 9048)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2021£19180 (GBP 19180)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students will have an 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.
  • Highly motivated, creative students who are passionate about immersive storytelling and emerging technology are eligible to apply for the program.
  • Students from different disciplines and backgrounds, technical and creative can apply for this program.
  • University recruits students with experience in filmmaking, theatre, sound design, game design, experience design, animation, graphic design, software development, studio/media arts, scriptwriting, writing, and journalism.

Indian Students Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students have to complete a 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Students must complete a Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate – Standard XII from CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB: English Language with 70%. This qualification must have been completed within the last three years.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

50 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL


Required Document List

The documents required are:

  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
  • Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
  • Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
  • English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTSTOEFL, PTE, etc.

Career and Placement after Course

A variety of industries will be open to students, including:

  • filmmaking
  • journalism
  • arts and culture
  • games and entertainment
  • marketing and communications
  • design
  • architecture and construction
  • education and training
  • healthcare
  • aerospace and defence
  • travel and retail, etc.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
UWE Bristol Chancellor's ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Education for Sustainable Energy Development Scholarship ProgramScholarship per student£ 21,000/Yr$21,000Level Of StudyMasterTypeNeed-Based
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student£ 1,222/Yr$1,222Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
VueVille Future Technology ScholarshipScholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Monica Cole Research GrantScholarship per student£ 1,291/Yr$1,291Level Of StudyApprenticeshipTypeMerit-Based
1st Formations Business ScholarshipScholarship per student£ 800/Yr$800Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based


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