BSc (Hons) Immersive Technology and Simulation Design at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

A BSc (Hons) in Immersive Technology and Simulation Design at the University of Plymouth, covering virtual and augmented reality experiences, interactive simulations and digital twins built with game engines and industry-standard tools.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business | Duration: 3 years full-time (plus optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers design practice, programming fundamentals, user interface design, simulation applications and the principles of systems and physics behind interactive environments. Year 2 covers advanced programming, networked systems, physical hardware integration and deployment workflows. An optional paid 48-week placement year is available, and the final year centres on a major independent project and specialist simulation and training design work.

Career pathways

Roles include XR Developer, Simulation Designer, Digital Twin Developer, Interactive Systems Designer, Real-Time Visualisation Specialist, Human Factors Designer and Creative Technologist, as well as postgraduate study and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104 UCAS points. A levels: 104 points from a minimum of 2 A levels; General Studies accepted. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM in any subject (applicants must give details of the exact BTEC modules studied). Access to HE Diploma: pass a named Access to HE Diploma (preferably Art and Design, Humanities or combined) with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction. International Baccalaureate: 26-30 overall including 4 at Higher Level in any subjects, with English accepted at Higher Level 4+ (A1) or 5 (A2/B), or Standard Level 5+ (A1) or 6 (A2/B). Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff. International applicants: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each of listening, reading, speaking and writing (University of Plymouth standard undergraduate requirement).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time UK students Source

International applicants: GBP 18,700 a year (2027/28). Full-time international students Source

Duration: 3 years

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