MSc Virtual Reality

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 56 with no individual score below 56.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Swansea University offers a variety of scholarships to support students in their academic journey. These scholarships aim to support students in pursuing their academic goals and experiencing the vibrant learning environment at Swansea University. 

1. International Excellence Scholarships: Swansea University offers International Excellence Scholarships to outstanding international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The value of the scholarship varies, but it can cover a significant portion of the tuition fees.
2. Eira Francis Davies Scholarship: The Eira Francis Davies Scholarship is specifically designed for female students from developing countries who wish to pursue a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at Swansea University. This scholarship aims to support female students in their academic journey and empower them to make a positive impact in their home countries.
3. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships are prestigious awards offered to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership potential. These scholarships provide financial support towards tuition fees and are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
4. Santander Scholarships: Swansea University has a partnership with Santander Bank to provide scholarships for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
5. Sports Scholarships: Swansea University recognizes the achievements of talented athletes and offers Sports Scholarships to support them in balancing their academic and sporting commitments. These scholarships provide financial assistance, as well as access to training facilities and additional support services.

Graduates of the MSc Virtual Reality program have a wide range of career prospects in various industries that utilize virtual reality technologies. 

1. Virtual Reality Developer/Programmer: Graduates can work as virtual reality developers or programmers, designing and creating immersive virtual reality experiences for various applications, including gaming, training simulations, architectural visualizations, or medical simulations.

2. Virtual Reality Designer: Graduates can pursue careers as virtual reality designers, focusing on user experience design, interaction design, and interface design for virtual reality applications. They can create intuitive and engaging virtual reality environments that optimize user engagement and interaction.

3. Virtual Reality Consultant: Graduates can work as consultants, providing expertise in virtual reality technologies and applications to organizations across different sectors. They can offer insights and recommendations on integrating virtual reality into their business processes or product offerings.

4. Virtual Reality Researcher: Graduates can choose to pursue research positions in academic institutions, research labs, or industry R&D departments. They can contribute to advancing the field of virtual reality through research on topics like human-computer interaction, immersive technologies, or virtual reality systems development.

5. Virtual Reality Entrepreneurship: Graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset can start their own virtual reality-focused businesses. They can offer services such as virtual reality experience development, consulting, or creating virtual reality hardware or software products.

6. Virtual Reality Specialist in Industry: Graduates can work in industries that heavily rely on virtual reality technologies, such as gaming, healthcare, education, architecture, or entertainment. They can contribute their expertise to the development and implementation of virtual reality solutions in these industries.