M.Sc./P.Grad.Dip in Computer Science in Augmented and Virtual Reality

The new M.Sc in Computer Science has a common set of entry criteria and leads to a Master's degree in Computing specializing in one of four exciting areas: Data Science, Intelligent Systems, Graphics and Vision Technologies and Future Networked Systems.The course is designed and taught by staff who are renowned research leaders in their fields. The course content is inspired by their cutting-edge work as well as their contacts with leading industry researchers around the globe.We expect our graduates to be in high-demand for top-end research and development positions within leading multi-national companies and from start-up companies alike. There will also be opportunities to progress to PhD study with many funded positions available locally.The Augmented & Virtual Reality strand equips students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to participate in the design and development of the technology that underpins fast moving video game market as well as providing transferable skills relevant for careers in the wider industries of interactive entertainment, new media and communication. This strand is a modified version of the well-established and successful M.Sc. in Interactive EntertaiThe course equips students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to participate in the design and development of technology underpinning the interactive entertainment industries, including the fast-moving video game market, the metaverse and the wider industries of new media and communication. The course is designed and taught by staff who are leading experts in their fields, and the course content is inspired by their cutting-edge work as well as their contacts with leading industry researchers around the globe.nment Technology and is built on research expertise in the Trinity Centre for Creative Technologies, which focuses on the creative technologies including film, interactive multimedia, games, and simulation.

Applicants must provide the following: An upper second-class (2.1) Honours degree grade or higher from a reputable university, in Computing or related discipline. All applicants whose first language is not English or who have not been educated through the English language will need to present evidence of competency. Proven programming competence. All candidates will have to complete a programming test in C, C++ or Java before being offered a place on the course. Some modules may also require programming in Python and other languages. A strong work ethic and the resolve to engage with a demanding but rewarding programme.