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University of Southampton: Creative Technologies
| Institution | University of Southampton |
|---|---|
| Department | Winchester School of Art |
| Web | http://www.southampton.ac.uk |
| AdmissionsPGT.AH@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
About this course The MSc Creative Technologies is a multidisciplinary course based at Winchester School of Art (WSA) designed to equip you with both the creative and technical skills needed in the arts and technology sectors. You'll learn systems thinking and design by undertaking projects where you design and build immersive digital experiences. These experiences go beyond traditional digital screens to include fabrication, textiles, and 3D printing. You'll engage with key historical, theoretical, and aesthetic contexts for contemporary creative technology production, ensuring your practice is both innovative and informed.
We are ranked 8th in the UK for research quality (Complete University Guide 2026).
Your future career This course prepares you for a range of careers in a rapidly evolving sector, blending creative practice with technical expertise. You will develop highly sought-after skills including computational, cognitive, and practical abilities in design and programming. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in areas such as: • User Experience (UX) Design • Digital Media Development • AI and Robotics in Art and Games • Project Management in creative industries
As a graduate from a top 20 UK university for employability*, you'll be well-prepared for your next step.
Key features of this course At Southampton you'll: • Develop technical skills across different areas, with options to focus on programming skills, user experience design, physical fabrication, art and design practice, or project management. • Utilize industry-standard equipment, including virtual reality and augmented reality systems. • Gain experience through industry-facing projects with partners such as IBM and Moving Brands. • Learn to program and explore subjects like robot design within a collaborative, creative community. • Have the opportunity to visit museums, galleries, and industry events to broaden your professional context.
Further information The course structure allows you to build a foundational set of skills through core modules like Creative Technologies 1: coding and Creative Technologies 2: environments (which explores hardware and material systems like wearable tech). You'll have opportunities for collaborative practices with research groups or external arts organisations. The course culminates in a Final Project in Creative Technologies, an independent project where you integrate theory and practice to make an innovative contribution to the sector. You will receive one-to-one supervision during this final stage.
*Complete University Guide Graduate Prospects Ranking 2026.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You'll need a 2.2 degree in any subject or work experience in arts, humanities, design, music, languages, computing or technology. You'll need to submit a portfolio of your work with your application which articulates interest and practice in the sector of creative technologies. |
| Location | Winchester School of Art Park Avenue Winchester SO23 8DL |
Summary
"Combine your passion for creative art and design with digital technologies on this master's degree in creative technologies. Based at Winchester School of Art (WSA), we'll prepare you for a range of careers in the arts and technology sectors. You'll develop your creative and technical skills in systems thinking and design. You'll learn through projects where you'll design and build immersive digital experiences. These experiences will go beyond digital screen formats to include fabrication, textiles and 3D printing.
Explore our specialist arts campus:
One of only a few specialist art schools in the Russell Group, you’ll be inspired to create in our purpose built studios and workshops and learn with expert creative practitioners at Winchester School of Art (WSA), part our University of Southampton community and just one hour from London. You’ll have industry exposure through guest lectures, work on live project briefs, and explore work internships where graduates have gone on to set up their own design labels or work at prestigious brands across the globe including Selfridges, Saatchi & Saatchi, Alexander McQueen, Burberry, ASOS, Nike and Apple. "
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | "You'll need one of the following: 2:2 degree or equivalent international qualification |
| Location | Winchester School of Art Park Avenue Winchester SO23 8DL |
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