NEW Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) Level 5 Traineeship

Why choose this course?

This is a one-year traineeship which focuses on augmented and virtual reality, motion graphics, and creating interactive experiences in real time 3D environments, using industry-standard tools, theory and techniques.

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are referred to as Immersive Technologies and reflect the degree of digital content presented to the users as they move from the real to a virtual world experience. Traditionally, application of immersive technology has been focused on the delivery of entertainment and interactive gaming experiences. However, research and industry are now exploring the utility of these technologies within education, tourism, health, advertising, manufacturing, telecommunications, real-estate, human-machine interaction, and robotics amongst many industries.

On this course you will have a choice to study either artist development or programming development and will be awarded relevant industry standard qualifications from Unity.

This course is a 1-year (48-week traineeship). You will be on practical placement in the industry for 12 weeks, in various blocks, over the duration of the year, and the remainder of this course time will be completed within BCFE.

What will you study?

All of the following QQI modules

• Multimedia Authoring (5N1299)
• 3 Dimensional Computer Graphics (5N5029)
• Design Skills (5N0784)
• Desktop Multimedia Audio Production (5N2148)
• Illustration (5N1288)
• Team working (5N1367)
• Work Experience (5N1356)

A choice of one of the following two QQI modules at Level 6

• Computer Aided Design 3D (6N5965)
• Interactive Scripting (6N20494)

Unity Certified User VR Developer

A choice of one of the following Unity Certification

• Associate Level Artist
• Associate Level Programming

What do you need to apply?

• Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied, or a relevant QQI Level 4 Certificate.
• The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+)
• A Portfolio of interactive projects carried out using real-time 3D Technology

Progression Opportunities

• Trainees can progress to the Apprenticeship in Immersive Technologies (currently awaiting approval)
• Graduates with a Merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as:
  • Advanced Games Production & Design Level 6 (DGH)
  • Web Design – Advanced App and Web UI/UX, Level 6 (DMH)
• Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).