Interactive Media (Hons) University of York

Overview

The Interactive Media (Hons) programme from University of York  combines programming and engineering, design and art, and media and cultural studies.

Quick Facts:

• Tailor your degree with option modules that align with your interests and career goals. Whether you're interested in VR, AR, games, 3D environments, UX/UI design, web apps, or interactive stories, we’ll give you the skills to create and innovate with digital technologies. Combine practical work with theory and explore the societal impact of interactive media. Understand how user experience drives innovation. Apply it to your own creations in exceptional facilities.

• You don't need a background in coding or digital design. We'll teach you everything you need to know. You'll learn to develop interactive projects from concept to completion, combining programming, design principles, and media theory. If you do have experience in coding or digital design, you will still have plenty of opportunities to stretch your skills.

• Gain industry connections and prepare for your career. Our project-based assessments mean you'll graduate with a portfolio that showcases your skills and creativity. We have regular masterclasses with people working in the industry and our annual Interactive Media Showcase displays students’ projects to visiting professionals. You’ll also have access to careers support from our in-house employability team and could choose a year in industry.

• Our graduates go on to careers in game design, software development, creative agencies, digital marketing, and across the digital sector.