BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality
About this course
BA (Hons) in Immersive Media and Mixed Reality, a media and technology degree focused on the creation of narrative-led immersive content, mixed reality experiences, and digital media production. Core topics include Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students have the option to undertake a placement year between the second and final years. The first year introduces foundational technical skills, narrative construction, and media theories through units such as Principles of Immersive Media, Immersive Narratives, and Informed Practice 1. The second year progresses into interactive production and professional contextualisation with modules including Immersive Interaction, Professional Practices, and Exploratory Practice. The final year centres on advanced application and collaborative production, featuring the Final Major Project: Immersive Experiences and Professional Futures. Optional sandwich routes available between the second and third years include the Diploma in Professional Studies, the Diploma in Creative Computing, and the Diploma in Storytelling.
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Entry requirements
The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry. The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: 104 UCAS tariff points which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications: A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4). Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Art and Design, IT & Computing, Media, Music and Performing Arts). Merit at UAL Extended Diploma. Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Digital and Creative Media, Film and Production, Computing, Humanities and Social Science). OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 10%
- London: 70%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Immersive Media and Mixed Reality
- Principles of Immersive Media
- Immersive Narratives
- Informed Practice 1
- Immersive Interaction
- Professional Practices
- Exploratory Practice
- Informed Practice 2
- Final Major Project: Immersive Experiences
- Professional Futures
- Informed Practice 3
- Diploma in Professional Studies (Optional)
- Diploma in Creative Computing (Optional)
- Diploma in Storytelling (Optional)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality at University of the Arts London earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £34,500. The £29,500 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality at University of the Arts London?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality at University of the Arts London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
Does BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality at University of the Arts London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Immersive Media and Mixed Reality at University of the Arts London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.