15Jun
UndergraduateRavensbourne University London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Combine creative flair with a technical grounding on this immersive creative computing degree course in London. With access to state-of-the-art computing tools, you will utilise emerging technologies and learn about interactive systems, web and mobile technologies, digital art and multimedia streaming. The course’s raison d'être has been shaped by industry demands. The boundary between digital and creative roles is blurring all the time, and few graduates have the combination of skills employers are looking for. As such, our creative computing course arms students with a portfolio of artistic, design and technical skills through an exciting and flexible programme. You will explore how computing and digital technologies can enhance creativity and develop the skills and knowledge to become a creative professional within the media and arts industries. The course focuses on two distinct pathways to give you an understanding of computing and digital technologies across the spectrum. During your first year, you’ll gain a solid grounding in technology and focus on its application in creative contexts, as well as skills in designing computer applications, developing your technological creativity and investigating the process of new media development using programming languages. In years two and three, you’ll have the opportunity to either concentrate on the artistic aspects of the subject or take a more scientific approach. The course can be shaped to meet your own personal passions. What can this course do for you? On this course, you will learn about the latest and emerging trends in the computing environment and develop the skills to apply them to real-world problems. By the end of the course, you will graduate as a technically competent, innovative problem-solver with a diverse skill set that meet the demands of the global economy.
Modules
Year 1 Modules include: Human Computer Interaction (HCI) Creative Coding Introduction to Immersive Technologies Web Design and Databases Themes for Contemporary Culture Year 2 Modules include: Computer Networks and Cyber Security Immersive Technology Concepts Digital Media Creation and Streaming Cross Departmental Elective Cross Institutional Elective Big Ideas and Philosophies Optional placement year After your second year, you are able to choose to undertake an optional work placement year in the digital technology industry. Year 3: Creative computing pathway modules include: In this pathway you will gain knowledge of skills that are very much in demand and combine creative flair with a technical grounding. These skills include interactive systems, web and mobile technologies, digital art and multimedia streaming. Research methods Creative Coding Advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Final Major Project Dissertation Year 3: Immersive technology pathway modules include: Immersive technologies is an emerging field which is highly sought after in a number of sectors including retail, e-commerce, engineering, art, entertainment, gaming, story-telling, and healthcare. You will gain first-hand experience of developing immersive experiences using state of the art computing tools and technologies. Research methods Immersive Technologies and Industry 3D modelling and Animation Programming for Immersive Experience Final Major Project Dissertation
Assessment method
You will learn through a combination of practical workshops and class-based learning. You’ll be assessed through artefacts, projects and presentations which may be combined with some coursework.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I150
- Institution code:
- R06
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MMM
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Students will also be expected to possess five GCSEs (grade C/4 or above) or equivalent (including English) .
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | IELTS 5.5 overall with 5.5 in each subtest. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | TOEFL IBT with 72 points overall including minimum Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17 |
| PTE Academic | 42 | PTE Academic or SELT: 42 overall with minimum 42 in each subtest. |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | Trinity College London - B2 SELT ISE II. Pass Overall with Pass in each component. |
Please view our website for full English Language requirements and options. If you have any questions please email [email protected]
Ravensbourne English Language Requirements
https://www.ravensbourne.ac.uk/international-students/how-apply/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
*All fees shown are correct for 2021/22 academic year and are subject to change.
Provider information
Ravensbourne University London
Greenwich Peninsula
6 Penrose Way
Greenwich
SE10 0EW