IT114212
Higher Diploma in Multimedia, VR and Interactive Technology (Vocational Professionals Admission Scheme)

https://ido.vtc.edu.hk/sites/default/files/programmes/key_visuals/Multimedia%2C…
Programme Aims

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The programme aims to equip students with up-to-date professional knowledge and techniques in interactive multimedia, web broadcasting, and virtual reality technologies that meet the rising demands in various creative industries. Students will acquire practical and hands-on experience through internship and participating collaborative projects with the industry.
 
The programme is designed with an emphasis on generic and language training, whole-person development and workplace experience, to well prepare the students to further studies and pursue a career after graduation.

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Duration of Study
2 Years
Mode of Study
Full Time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
IVE (Sha Tin)
Entrance Requirements

Please refer to General Entrance Requirement

Career Prospects

Graduates can work as multimedia developer & producer, VR/AR application developer, web broadcasting producer, UI/UX designer & developer, mobile apps developer, advertising producer, exhibition coordinator, web designer & developer and, creative professional or even to develop their SOHO business in the industry.

Articulation
Graduates may articulate to the degree programmes offered by Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi):
  1. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Multimedia Technology and Innovation; and
  2. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Digital Advertising.

Graduates may apply for admission to the following programmes:
  1. Degree programmes in local universities:
    • The City University of Hong Kong
    • The Hong Kong Baptist University
    • The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
    • The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • The Hong Kong Metropolitan University
    • The University of Hong Kong
  2. Articulation degree programmes in overseas universities (conducted at IVE campus) [Not applicable to Mainland students]:
    • The Coventry University, UK
    • The University of the West of England, UK
  3. Other universities in the UK and Australia
Professional Recognition

The programme is recognised by the Hong Kong Computer Society as satisfying the academic requirements for its Associate membership.

The programme is also recognised by the industry and professional bodies. Students could enroll to the professional certifications, such as Adobe Certified Associate, Autodesk Certified Associate, Pro Tools Certified User, Unity Certified Associate etc. with student-discounted rate to enhance their career prospects. The Discipline will provide the latest information on the fee and reimbursement of parts of the certification fees to the students.

Note

Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.

Curriculum

Semester 1:

  • English & Communication: Workplace Interaction
  • Whole Person Development - Mindshift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
  • IT Essentials - Media
  • Mathematics and Problem Solving Techniques
  • Digital Video and Photography Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Visual Communication
  • Introduction to Programming
  • 3D Modelling & Rendering Techniques
  • Multimedia Pre-Production and Storytelling

 

Semester 2:

  • Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part A)
  • English & Communication: Workplace Correspondence
  • Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
  • VR/AR Studies
  • Motion Graphics
  • Digital Video Production
  • Interactive Media Design
  • Digital and Social Media Marketing
  • Mobile Advertising and App Design

 

Semester 3:

  • Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part B)
  • English & Communication: Persuasive Presentations
  • Industrial Attachment
  • Web Design and Development
  • Enrichment Module A

 

Semester 4:

  • English & Communication: Reports
  • Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21st Century Workplace
  • Final Year Project
  • Digital Music and Sound Design
  • Introduction to AI for Multimedia Applications
  • 3D Visualization for Multimedia and VR
  • Immersive Experience Design

 

Semester 5:

  • Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentation, Administrative and Technical Text Writing
  • English & Communication: Promotional Materials
  • IT Professionalism
  • Live Entertainment and eSports Event Broadcasting
  • Final Year Project
  • Enrichment Module B
  • Multimedia and VR Post-Production

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