Interactive Media and Web Technologies BSc (Hons)

The second year contains core modules in user experience design, content creation and web development. These modules will also be integrated with a live project, where you will take a design idea from brief through to release.

Modules

• Web Development - 20 credits

  The module introduces basic concepts in networked application implementation, as well as a range of key contemporary web technologies. It will enable you to deliver interactive, dynamic websites.

  Compulsory

• Digital Media Production - 20 credits

  This module focuses on the theory and practice of time-based content creation in digital media. You will be introduced to a variety of applications for the development of sound, video, and animation.

  Compulsory

• 3D Modelling - 20 credits

  The aim of this module is to introduce a range of 3D modelling tools and techniques covering basic modelling methods, materials, and texturing, exporting/importing with game engines and rendering still images as well as basic animations.

  Compulsory

• People and Computing - 10 credits

  This module covers fundamentals in usability, computer law, and professional ethics. The focus is on how people’s use of computing can be made effective and useful as well as legal and ethical.

  Compulsory

• Live Project - 20 credits

  The games sector is a diverse and multidisciplinary industry, and a key part of preparation for employment in that industry is understanding how to work in a team comprised of individuals with broad and distinct skillsets. This module addresses that requirement, forming groups of students from both the Games Technology and Interactive Media and Web Development degree programmes into teams with a shared goal.

  Compulsory

• Real Time Interactive Media - 20 credits

  In this module, you will design and develop 2d and 3d applications across multiple platforms, applying high-level design and development skills in areas such as interactive web simulation, mobile games development and virtual reality (VR).

  Compulsory

• Add+vantage - 10 credits

  You will also be able to take an Add+vantage module which can allow you to develop your CV by taking credits in an area of study that doesn’t have to be related to your degree. The assessment type will depend on the type of Add+vantage module you wish to take.

  Compulsory

  Assessment: coursework, exam

Following your second year, you will have an option to apply for a one-year professional work placement or to study abroad*. Many students in the past have chosen to do this, and it is thought to be a great opportunity to put into practice all the skills and knowledge you have acquired on your course so far.

If you wish to undertake the optional study abroad/placement year, you will take either the Placement Year module or the Study Abroad Year module which both typically run for a full academic year between the second and third years of your course. You are normally able to progress onto the relevant module if you have successfully completed the first two years of the course (i.e. having accumulated 240 credits) and have a confirmed opportunity two weeks prior to the start of the academic year, however we encourage international students to confirm their placements earlier to ensure they are able to meet any applicable visa requirements.

Students opting for either the work placement or study abroad module will be registered on a non-credit bearing module and therefore no additional tuition fees apply. While the modules do not bear credits, they do require completion of a marked activities reflecting on your placement/study abroad or work placement experience. Following successful completion of the activities, the module selected will appear on your final academic transcript. Students will thus graduate with 360 credits in total, assuming successful completion of their final year.

Modules

• Professional Placement

  Optional

• Study Abroad

  Optional

The final year extends themes from the second year into cutting edge areas of interactive media, and to focus them into a significant final project.

Modules

• Web API Development - 20 credits

  This module will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create your own API for use in web applications using the latest technologies and featuring an interactive web client.

  Compulsory

• User Experience Design - 20 credits

  The module will allow you to focus on the creation of graphical user interfaces, from simple prototyping through to coded product.

  Compulsory

• Individual Project Preparation - 10 credits

  The aim of this first module is to prepare you for the primary research to take place in your individual project, including topic selection, supervisor allocation, project planning, literature review and completion of the Coventry University Ethics process.

  Compulsory

• 3D Rendering and Animation - 20 credits

  The aim of this module is to introduce the history and principles of animation in general, as well as the tools and techniques for creating animation within a 3D environment.

  Compulsory

• Motion Graphics, Visual Effects and Compositing - 20 credits

  This module builds on the concepts and skills acquired in Digital Media Production and aims to support your development of integrative skills in multiple source content creation, through the development and production of Motion Graphics, Visual Effects and Compositing.

  Compulsory

• Individual Project - 20 credits

  In this module, you will conduct development, reach relevant and useful conclusions in its evaluation, and communicate these in a professional academic report.

  Compulsory

• Add+vantage - 10 credits

  You will also be able to take an Add+vantage module which can allow you to develop your CV by taking credits in an area of study that doesn’t have to be related to your degree. The assessment type will depend on the type of Add+vantage module you wish to take.

  Compulsory

  Assessment: coursework, exam