BA (Hons) Creative Computing at University of Portsmouth

Computing is an increasingly important part of creative practice. This degree focuses on using the latest programs and devices to create art, music, animation, apps, websites, and games. Creative Computing is the use of technology as an innovative and creative medium.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Creative Computing Studio; Creative Applications of Machine Learning; Creative Research and Project Initiation; Maker Lab; Audio Programming; Creative CGI and Visualisation Design; Gameplay Programming; Rich Media Website Delivery; Engaged Citizenship Through Interdisciplinary Practice; Maths for Games.

Career pathways

As coding skills become established as creative media in their own right, traditional lines between creative artists and programmers are dissolving. Innovative technologies are increasingly being used across industries, and employers are looking for employees who combine up-to-date, advanced IT and software knowledge with entrepreneurial, technical, and creative skills.

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