Virtual and Augmented Reality

This three-year virtual and augmented reality degree programme is one of the first of its kind in the uk. the course has is part of screen yorkshire’s connected campus initiative and is carefully structured to equip students with the most up-to-date knowledge, skills and experience required by industry.

This bsc (hons) virtual reality (with placement year) programme offers you the opportunity to take up a placement year working in industry in your third year. the placement year is an excellent way to develop your professional experience, build industry contacts, and gain insight into the day-to-day work of a vr professional. support for placement applications is plentiful, with a dedicated faculty career development advisor and academic staff members overseeing placement students. all students on placement are assigned an academic supervisor who will visit them during their placement year and can provide advice and guidance. after completing your placement you’ll return to complete the final year of the programme, and apply all you’ve learnt to your final project.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

Vr (virtual reality) and ar (augmented reality) is becoming increasingly important and visible in the entertainment industries; particularly film and games, real world spaces and apps. it is also set to play an important role in areas such as training (in medical education, for example) and sustainable development. as a graduate you'll be ideally placed to enter a thriving industry, and will be part of the next wave of creative, and technical fusion. as a technically skilled artist in this space, you'll be future proof and able to capitalise on a wide range of opportunities.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Bradford has partnerships with the following companies: