BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development
Course code: WD165
What is the BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development?
This is a one year add-on course. It aims to provide graduates of BSc, Level 7 degrees, within the multimedia discipline, with the opportunity to progress to honours degree level.
The overall objective of this course is to develop multimedia professionals equipped with knowledge, skills and practical experience within the domains of technology, creativity and enterprise. With a strong focus on the creative aspects, there is a range of elective modules that students can choose from. These include Graphic Design, Animation, Photography and Video, Games Development, and Design for Learning. Students are encouraged to choose their own route, allowing them to specialise in the area of most interest to them.
What career will I have?
There is an increasing demand for IT professionals with the skills required to drive and support the digital media industry within Ireland. This is an industry recognised as being an important growth sector for the country’s economic development. Graduates should be well equipped to participate within a diverse range of industries, including that of digital media. The products and services typically provided by the digital media industry include:
- Web Development
- Wireless Services
- Games Development
- E-Music
- e-Learning
- Digital Film/TV
- Animation/Special Effects
- Digital Radio
What areas could I expect to work in?
- Software Development
- Content Authoring
- Media Authoring and Design
- IT and Systems Support
- Sales and Marketing
- Education
- Research
- Management
Follow on Study
Students who successfully complete the BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development may avail of a range of taught and research masters programmes (MSc). It is an aim of the course to provide students with the skills and competencies necessary to progress to postgraduate level study.
Course Outline
| In addition to the core subject areas students are required to choose any two elective streams. | |
| Core Subject Areas | |
| Organisational Behaviour and Management Multimedia Database Development Server Programming Multimedia Application Development Project | |
| Elective Streams | |
| Security Graphic Design Animation Photography & Video Games Development Design for Learning | |
Course Facts
Course Title: BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Applications Development
Course Code: WD165
Course Level: 8
Duration: 1 year add-on
Course Entry
Standard entry to the course is based on successful completion of a BSc in Multimedia Computing (Level 7). Consideration will also be given to graduates of a BSc in Computing (Level 7) where it can be shown that a significant proportion of the content related to multimedia. Non-standard applications will be considered on an individual basis.
For further information:
Course Leader: Jacqui Woods O'Brien
Ph: 051 302037. Email: jwoods-obrien@wit.ie.
But don't just take our word...
"A flexible course, with some interesting subjects. I particularly enjoyed graphic design, photography & video, & working on the individual project. I would recommend the course to anyone eager to improve their skills in both programme & design."
Niall Doherty, BSc in Multimedia Applications Development
