Applied Technologies : Rapid Prototyping and Digital Technologies MSc
This is a cross-disciplinary programme for practitioners interested in research into digital making and manufacturing .
Futures The course is suitable for those wishing to diversify and deepen their relationship with technology . It is targeted at all those with an interest in rapid prototyping and digital technologies such as product designers , engineers , model makers , artists and architects .
The Course You will evaluate and engage with how emerging technologies are changing the creative industries , such as rapid prototyping , generative design , 3D scanning and multi axis machining . You will benefit from access to our state-of-the-art digital prototyping facilities as well as tuition in computer aided design and manufacture , integrating these skills with more traditional making methods .
The course offers the opportunity to develop and manage an individual area of enquiry and creative development in digital manufacturing . This will culminate in the realisation of a final major project fully informed by professional and industrial contexts and multidisciplinary perspectives .
Unit 1 : Technology Issues In the Technology Issues unit you will have the opportunity to prototype ideas and engage with industry standard processes , techniques and technology relevant to prototyping .
Unit 2 : Research Process The Research Process unit will enable you to deepen your conceptual thinking and technical application through the development of your individual practice .
Unit 3 : Business and Innovation The business context of new technologies has transformed the relationships between traditional film , video and digital formats .
Unit 4 : Concept and Prototyping The Concept and Prototyping unit will develop your main concepts with reference to theoretical and business contexts .
Unit 5 : Major Project The Major Project unit represents the culmination of a student ’ s investigation and the final stage of the research strategy . This is a substantial piece of self-managed work that is underpinned by advanced practice-based methodologies and processes .
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Duration 1 year full time / 2 years part time
Entry requirements see page 160 How to apply see page 162
Term starts September 2017