Interactive Media Conversion Course
A conversion master’s programme for graduates from diverse backgrounds to master digital media technologies and industry tools.
Best for:Best for career changers or graduates from non-technical disciplines seeking to enter the digital media industry with a structured, hands-on master’s programme.
Overview
This one-year full-time or two-year part-time master’s programme at University College Cork is designed for graduates from any discipline who wish to transition into the digital media sector. The course provides hands-on training in industry-standard tools and technologies, equipping students with the skills to create interactive digital media for entertainment, information, and inspiration. It is ideal for those seeking a career change or specialisation in digital media, regardless of their prior academic background. The programme emphasises practical application and industry relevance, ensuring graduates are job-ready for roles in interactive media development. No prior technical expertise is required, making it accessible to a wide range of applicants.
What you'll do
- Develop interactive digital media projects using industry-standard tools and technologies.
- Engage in hands-on training to master multimedia development techniques.
- Collaborate on group projects to create digital content for entertainment, information, or inspiration.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical industry scenarios and challenges.
- Participate in workshops and seminars focused on emerging trends in digital media.
Requirements
Degree required: A primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a Second Class Honours Grade 2, or an equivalent professional qualification. Applicants with significant overlap in prior studies (e.g., Computer Science with multimedia content) may be ineligible unless approved by the Selection Committee.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc) in Interactive Media
Language: English; university-approved proficiency level (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- No prior technical skills required; open to graduates from any discipline.
- Ability to meet university-approved English language requirements for non-native speakers.
- Graduates of any discipline with a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) or equivalent.
- Applicants without the requisite degree may apply under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with approval from the School and College.
- Candidates from ENSEA or EFREI Graduate Schools in their final year (M2) may apply if no significant overlap exists with prior studies.
- No nationality or residency restrictions, but non-EU applicants may have specific application procedures.
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How to apply
Deadline: Rolling deadline; open until all places are filled. Non-EU applicants: open until all places filled or no later than 15 June. · open until filled
Applicants must submit their application through the University College Cork’s official postgraduate application portal. Early application is strongly advised. Non-EU applicants should follow the international student application procedure. All applicants must meet the English language requirements if applicable.
- CV or résumé
- Transcripts of previous degrees
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation (if required by the programme)
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