Overview

We offer a bachelor degree in Interactive Media at The University of the Highlands and Islands. The term 'interactive media' defines a collection of disparate technologies which provide a user experience using digital platforms. These range from websites, mobile apps, software applications and even interactive installations.

Digital content creation goes hand-in-hand with an understanding of interactive media and disciplines such as graphic design, animation, video and audio production, all form part of the subject area.

Special features

A practical focussed course teaching technical skills in a wide range of disciplines including web, mobile apps and computer games

Encourages creative thinking in a variety of contexts for the creation of digital media including graphic design, video, audio and animation

Live projects give learners experience of working with real world clients on a number of exciting projects.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Emerging technologies in human computer interaction (HCI)

Entrepreneurship and portfolio development

Advanced topics in interactive media

Research and product development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-25 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Human Computer Interaction Media Management View 115 other Bachelors in Human Computer Interaction in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entry to year one, HNC, is 1 Scottish Higher at grade C or above OR

1 A level at grade D or above

Alternatively, NC Computing with Digital Media Level 6 OR

Foundation Apprenticeship Creative and Digital Media

Applicants with other qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis, based on a portfolio review and interview.

Tuition Fee

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International

15360 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15360 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.