Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Honours)

Degree Level 1

Students will learn fundamental skills required by technical multimedia professionals, and the basic understanding of programming and system design. Some specialised modules will provide them basic knowledge of multimedia techniques such as 3D graphics, digital image and more. The modules will also help them develop personal and organisational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation. On the other hand, an exciting delivery approach of multimedia content in virtual reality and augmented reality is highlighted in the Introduction to VRAR.

Common Modules

• System Analysis & Design
• Programming with Python
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• Fundamental of Entrepreneurship

Specialised Modules

• Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse
• Web Design and Development 
• Audio Visual Technology
• Introduction to Graphics & Basic 3D Applications
• Digital Image Production

Elective Modules (Choose 2)

• Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity OR Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming OR Introduction to Visual Programming

Degree Level 2

A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of wide range of multimedia applications through components, frameworks, guidelines and techniques in animation, audio and visual. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace. Besides, the importance of copyright of digital content is mentioned in this level.

Common Modules

• Programming for Data Analysis
• Innovation Process
• Research Methods for Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules

• Multimedia Applications
• Interactive Content Development
• Basic 3D Computer Character Modelling
• Digital Audio and Video
• Synthesiser Technology
• Principles of Creative Animation
• Intellectual Property, Ethics & Legal Issues
• Web Multimedia

Elective Modules (Choose 1)

• Web Applications
• Human Computer Interaction

Internship (16 Weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree Level 3

Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of multimedia technology and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will move further into media scripting technology and more advanced multimedia development and techniques. Furthermore, you are required to learn and analyse the perceptions and feedback of your users, for example, socio-economic factor, cultures and regional considerations in User Experience and HCI and Usability. In this year, you have an opportunity to develop the academic and practical aspects of your areas of study via student-project. Additionally, you will again equip yourself based on your area of studies such as the generation of virtual environment and superimpose of computer-generated images on a user’s view of the real world.

Common Modules

• Venture Building
• Project Management

Specialised Modules

• Advanced Multimedia
• HCI and Usability
• Advanced 3D Character Modelling and Animation
• Multimedia Scripting
• Multimedia Techniques for Animation, Games & Films Effects
• User Experience
• Investigations in Multimedia Technology
• Multimedia Technology Project

Elective Modules (Choose 1)

• Mobile and Web Multimedia
• VRAR Design Project

MQA Compulsory Subjects*

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Workplace Professional Skills
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-Curriculum

(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.) 

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.