
Immersive Media Design MA
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 17,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international fees | 9700 EUR UK fees
Open Days at University of Westminster
Postgraduate Open Evening 4 June 2025
Introduction
Creative technologies are transforming the way we engage with the world, and extended realities (XR) - such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) -are at the forefront of this change, increasingly shaping industries like arts, entertainment, gaming, architecture, and education. The MA Immersive Media Design aims to empower creatives from diverse fields with the skills and knowledge needed to create captivating immersive experiences across these dynamic fields and beyond.
This course blends artistic practices with technical expertise, supporting you to develop original immersive media projects that explore new possibilities in narrative and interactive design. Through hands-on, project-based learning, you will engage with state-of-the-art tools and systems, exploring practical strategies for producing immersive experiences while critically engaging with the cultural and social implications of emerging technologies.
Top reasons to study with us
- Experienced faculty: learn from a passionate team of academics with expertise in immersive media, engaged in ongoing research and creative practices that explore new directions in the field.
- Hands-on experience: gain practical experience with cutting-edge tools and techniques, with a strong focus on hands-on production and real-world applications.
- Industry-standard facilities: gain access to cutting-edge development technologies and techniques, supported by our in-house facilities such as our brand- new Games Hub and Emerging Media Space, which included our upgraded Motion Capture lab, lighting and production equipment, as well as VR and AR facilities and 360-degree camera technology.
- Collaborative learning environment: be part of a diverse, interdisciplinary community, where students from various creative fields come together to innovate and share unique perspectives.
- Thriving London location: study in London, a hub for culture, technology, and the arts, with access to major industry events, galleries, and creative communities.
Why study this course?
- Industry-ready - This course is designed with fashion industry manufacturing requirements at the forefront.
- Transferable skills - This course will equip you with a range of highly marketable and hands-on skills pertaining to fashion manufacturing.
- Stand out from the crowd - Qualified graduates with specialist skills in fashion manufacturing are currently in high demand in the job market.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and we offer a variety of scholarships to eligible students.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Immersive Media Design MA will be prepared for a variety of roles in the rapidly expanding immersive media sector, ranging from design to development. The course offers a unique blend of creative and technical training, ensuring that students are well-equipped to work in industries such as game design, XR development, virtual production, and interactive art. With a strong foundation in both industry practices and critical theory, our graduates will be at the forefront of shaping the future of immersive media.
Job roles
This course will prepare you for a variety of roles in a range of present and future industries, including:
- XR Designer
- Interactive Media Producer
- Creative Technologist
- Virtual Production Specialist
- Immersive Media Artist
- Digital Designer
- UX/UI Designer
- Immersive Filmmaker
- Spatial Computing Specialist
- Entrepreneur in Immersive Media