Master of Reserch - Creative Computing
- 1 year
- Duration
- 30,890 GBP
- Price
- September
- Start
- June
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
The MRes Creative Computing programme at the UAL Creative Computing Institute provides a material understanding of computational technologies within the context of creative computing research. It introduces innovative research methods, the knowledge domain of creative computing, and interdisciplinary research design.
The course is specifically designed to support progression to MPhil/PhD studies and to develop a research career in either academia or industry. A core commitment is to frame these research skills within a strong ethical framework, actively working to embed UAL's Principles for Climate, Social, and Racial Justice.
Program structure
- Methods 1: Domain Knowledge and Creative Computing
This seminar class introduces the key domains of knowledge at play in creative computing research. Students develop a literature review based on concepts developed in this class.
- Creative Coding for Research
This practical class develops key coding skills to support creative computing research and contains applied project work. Students will be introduced to key tools and frameworks with which to undertake computing research.
- Methods 2: Creative Computing Research Methods
This class introduces the key aspects of the research process and interdisciplinary methodologies and methods for creative computing research. Qualitative, quantitative, visual and applied methods are introduced including methods from the fields of computer science and participatory design.
- Research Design and Experimental Data in Creative Computing
This practical class develops advanced coding skills to support creative computing research. Students will be introduced to innovative approaches to generating research data and will practically explore creative AI and machine learning in the context of creative computing research. The unit will also specifically explore research design with experimental data and tools.
- Methods 3: Computational Research Ethics
This seminar class introduces the key research methods for creative computing specifically including defined approaches to working with people and technology. Students will also be introduced to applied ethical frameworks for undertaking creative computing research and will develop a method statement and ethical evaluation for a proposed research project.
- MRes Final Project
Price
Tuition fee:
- 30,890 GBP per education*
*Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students on courses lasting more than one year. For this course, you can pay tuition fees in instalments.
You may need to cover additional costs which are not included in your tuition fees, such as materials and equipment specific to your course.
Requirements for applicants
An applicant will normally be considered for admission if they have achieved an educational level equivalent to an honours degree in either the broad fields of:
- computer science,
- science and technology studies,
- data science,
- computing,
- a joint computer sciences and arts/humanities degree, or a closely related subject.
Or, from a creative discipline with substantial computational practice such as:
- Interaction Design
- Interactive Media Design
- Web Design / Development
- Games Design / Development
- Communication Design
- Digital Design
- Product Design
Educational level may be demonstrated by:
- Honours degree (named above);
- Possession of equivalent qualifications in a design-related or creative discipline;
- Prior experiential learning, the outcome of which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to formal qualifications otherwise required.
- Your experience is assessed as a learning process and tutors will evaluate that experience for currency, validity, quality and sufficiency;
- Or a combination of formal qualifications and experiential learning which, taken together, can be demonstrated to be equivalent to formal qualifications otherwise required.
Applicants without the required qualifications, but with professional experience may be eligible to gain credit for previous learning and experience through the AP(E)L system.
Language requirements:
- IELTS level 7.0 or above, with at least 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking
About the university
The University of the Arts London (UAL) produces and encourages the creativity essential for a better future. Its colleges have been at the forefront of innovative education since 1842, creating work with a lasting impact on people and the planet, driven by curiosity, imagination, and purpose.
London is fundamental to UAL's identity, providing a vital context where the university connects and exchanges ideas with individuals from all walks of life. Globally, its creative network influences education, culture, business, and society.
Through innovative research and creative instruction, UAL's faculty and staff bring fresh perspectives to education. The university enables students to build the careers they desire by working with them at every level - from pre-degree to postgraduate, and from short courses to online learning.
UAL's colleges
Ranked second in the world for art and design, UAL comprises six distinct colleges:
- Camberwell College of Arts
- Central Saint Martins
- Chelsea College of Arts
- London College of Communication
- London College of Fashion
- Wimbledon College of Arts
Together, they form a community of creatives, innovators, trailblazers, and storytellers, united in their mission to reimagine the future.
Courses in the visual arts, animation, screen, communication, fashion, media, and performance are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
