Master of Engineering, Virtual Worlds
Introduction
Master of Engineering, Virtual Worlds is a Masters program taught at Turku University of Applied Sciences, Finland. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (1 year 6 months) options.
The Master of Engineering in Virtual Worlds is a 60 ECTS degree in Information and Communication Technologies. It focuses on full-stack development of immersive, interactive environments. Students study front-end and back-end technologies, interactive interfaces, real-time systems, immersive media, UX/UI design, human-computer interaction, spatial design, and behavioural psychology.
The programme uses project-based learning and portfolio development. Students work on multidisciplinary projects and complete a thesis as a working life-oriented development project. The studies include advanced professional studies, optional studies, and a master's thesis. Turku University of Applied Sciences says the degree is flexible and can be completed while working full-time.
The programme is aimed at professionals with a background in software development, game design, digital media, or interactive technologies who want to specialise in virtual worlds. Turku University of Applied Sciences links the degree to its research group Futuristic Interactive Technologies and its industrial networks.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Engineering, Virtual Worlds at Turku University of Applied Sciences for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Turku University of Applied Sciences.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Turku University of Applied Sciences as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Engineering, Virtual Worlds.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
- A Bachelor’s degree in technology from a university of applied sciences (Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Laboratory Services, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Construction Management)
- A technical university degree (for example, Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Science in Engineering, Master of Science in Architecture) completed in Finland or abroad
- A post-secondary or higher vocational level diploma in engineering completed in Finland
- A post-secondary level diploma in architecture completed in Finland
- At least 24 months of work experience in the field of ICT, accumulated from the date of award of the eligible final degree certificate and obtained no later than the end of the application semester
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/koulutus/1.2.246.562.13.00000000000000011064
More Information
- XR Developer / Immersive Experience Designer
- Simulation Engineer / Virtual Environment Architect
- Interactive Systems Developer
- Digital Twin Specialist
- Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Designer
- Visualization and Interaction Specialist
- Autonomous Systems Developer
Scholarships
6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Finland. See Finland scholarships.