Master of Science in Interactive Digital Media

The World Wide Web is one of the most dominant mediums through which digital media is delivered. This module will introduce students to the theories and methods behind building modern websites, which includes planning, researching, designing and coding. You will learn how to build robust web solutions using HTML, CSS and JavaScript, along with developing bespoke interfaces using Content Management Systems.

Visual communication is the transmission of information and ideas using symbols and imagery. It uses a variety of media to creatively communicate ideas and concepts that can inform, challenge, educate and transform lives. This module will equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively communicate across different mediums and platforms while also looking into the psychology of visual communication and how people receive visual messaging. 

By examining theories from sociological, cultural, and communication perspective, our learners will have the ability to conceptualise and contextualise the impact digital media has on society, its products, and services. The module seeks to develop a questioning culture amongst the learners who develop a holistic view of how technology shapes the world we live in and the world they live in shapes the technology we develop. 

This core module serves to significantly deepen the learners’ research skills, both in relation to their module related assignments and later in the completion of their major dissertation/dissertation by practice. Specifically, it extends their abilities as self-directed learners by equipping them with the appropriate vocabulary for reflecting on, critiquing and evaluating their own work and that of others.

Interaction Design will firstly teach students how to ascertain user needs by gaining an understanding of theories and concepts of user experience design. Students will then delve into integrating design principles, processes and patterns. They will gain practical experience in designing a compelling and user-friendly digital media experience.

This module introduces learners to the fundamental programming concepts, with a focus on creating interactive, media-driven applications. The module will cover core concepts, such as variables, functions, loops, objects, and combine them with user-interfaces and graphics processing to build interactive experiences, both web-based and mobile.

This module will give students a grounding in the business of operating within the creative and communicative industries. Learners will delve into theories and practice of advertising, marketing, and finance, along with gaining an understanding of regulatory issues and government policy.

Modern digital media is delivered across a range of medium and platforms and understanding and analysing these platforms is vital to successful communication in a digital age. In this module, learners will explore a range of technologies, medium and distribution channels and discover how to most effectively disseminate digital content and run effective digital media campaigns.

This module focuses on the design and development of digital games using a standard games development environment. The module has a strong practical element focussed on developing skills in game development. The learner also covers the core elements of game design and engagement with the user. 

The aim of the module is to introduce learners to the fundamental theories and principles of animation and to teach the learner how to acquire the knowledge and skills that enable the production of vector-based animations. The objective of the module is to examine the conceptualisation, design, and creation of animation. Learners gain practical experience in 2D animation and begin to explore the possibilities of 3D animation.

This module introduces learners to the craft and disciplines of writing multimedia scripts. Learners learn the formatting and style requirements of writing fiction and non-fiction scripts. This module provides learners with an introduction to oral storytelling, the traditional structure of narratives, multi-story narratives, non-linear structures and unusual narrative structures.

This module deepens the learners’ understanding of 3D modelling and rendering principles. The module fosters awareness of applications of 3D and critical evaluation of existing 3D products. It encourages the exploration of creative possibilities for the integration of 3D to multimedia products.

The aim of the module is for learners to gain the necessary skills required to initiate, research and produce a design product from concept to completion. This will involve learners developing technically using relevant industry-standard software and an understanding of the principles of design theory. Learners develop an understanding of the design theory and technical skills needed in gaining practical experience in graphic design. The module explores theories and principles relating to design processes. Learners will learn the software in order to implement design ideas. Learners are continually assessed on their ability to come up with innovative ideas and how they develop these ideas and deliver work of a professional standard to an agreed deadline.

The module provides learners with an understanding of programming and information architecture principles required for the development of database-driven websites. The emphasis in the module is on server-side functionality and database access.

This module develops competency in the design and deployment of e-learning materials that facilitate learning. Learners come to understand e-learning methodology and learn how to design a formalized teaching system specifically designed to be carried out remotely. They demonstrate the ability to apply learning principles in the design of e-learning materials.

This practical module aims to equip the learner with the ability to conceive ideas and develop original material that is suitable to approach the production of a short factual item for multiplatform distribution. Learners make informed logical and creative decisions at every stage. This is a practical module, intended to equip the learners with a range of specialised video production skills such as scheduling shoots, scripting ideas, location filming, and varied editing techniques.

The aim of this module is to get the learner to produce a significant piece of creative and/or development work as the capstone of their Master of Science in Interactive Digital Media, using the skillset developed over the previous two semesters. Learners are expected to rely particularly on the skillsets developed in the Research Methods module to bring a systematic piece of creative and development work from initial concept through to final completion.

General Fee Information 

An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.

Study Mode: Full-Time

Please refer to the Irish/EU Living Abroad Fees.

General Fee Information 

An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.

Non-EU students: a Student Services and Administration fee of EUR200 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.

Study Mode: Full-Time

Please refer to our Non-EU Tuition Fees section.