Multimedia and Game Technologies

About the programme

The world around us is constantly changing, with the greatest shifts occurring in the accessibility and use of technology. Digital technology is transforming the way we work and the tools we use. Additionally, education, work, and personal interests are increasingly intertwined through emerging solutions. Mastering and understanding these technologies—and, importantly, being able to further develop and apply them—will become ever more critical in the future. Both in private and public sectors, the demand for such expertise will continue to grow. In recent years, game technology has played a central role, not only as an entertainment medium but also as a contributor to developing what we call transferable skills. 

The master’s program in multimedia and game technologies is one of the first of its kind, incorporating diverse teaching and assessment methods along with a high level of student engagement and involvement. The University of Agder (UiA) is well-equipped with specialized classrooms for teaching in this field. The rooms also include an e-sports lab, multimedia lab and an arcade room which are also used for teaching, research, and recreational use. 

A good command of English is required.

What will you learn?

The teaching will reflect the wide range of branches you can work in after graduation, ranging from the development of e-learning materials for traditional school and university education, training of employees in offshore firms and other specialist firms, and as an employee in companies using e-learning and educational technologies. The programme focuses on educational technology, and all topics are helping to underpin the knowledge necessary to develop good e-learning modules and topics.

Teaching methods

Language of instruction: English

he master's program is available as a full-time two-year course or a part-time four-year course. Classes are primarily held on campus, with the university expecting all students, whether full-time or part-time, to attend and actively engage in the coursework.

The program features extensive practical instruction, especially through project-based learning. Additionally, lab work focused on techniques for creating multimedia content is a significant component of the curriculum.

Part-time Studies

Part-time students are required to dedicate two days per week to on-campus educational activities. Upon admission, students choose between a full-time or part-time schedule during their initial semester registration.

Internship

As a student in Grimstad, you will participate in an engaging and career-relevant master’s program. Typically, students collaborate with external companies and organisations to complete their master’s thesis.

You also have the option to undertake an internship as part of your master's degree. This internship, which counts for 15 credits, is offered as an elective in the third semester.

Exchange opportunities

Full-time master's students can take the third and/or fourth semester at a partner university abroad. In order to become an exchange student, the courses/thesis work that the student is planning to undertake at the foreign institution must be given a preliminary approval by the student's programme coordinator at UiA, and a written student contract must be signed with the International Education Office.

The Faculty of Engineering and Science has a large number of partner universities with which student exchange can be arranged in an efficient manner.

This is where you can go on exchange

Everything you need to know about exchange

Student life

Campus Grimstad consistently achieves high marks for both its academic and social offerings, as highlighted in the national student survey, Studiebarometeret.

Our campus is celebrated by our students not only for its exceptional academic environment but also for its affordability as a place of residence. This vibrant student city is brimming with exciting opportunities!

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