Creative Computing (Web Technologies)

Reimagine the web as a canvas for connected creativity.

• Learn the essentials of web creativity as part of your Creative Computing course.

• Deploy industry-standard tools and languages to create engaging and reliable responsive web apps.

• Explore cutting-edge technologies and design principles that will shape the web of tomorrow.

Creative Computing (Web Technologies) responds to a pressing need in industry for imaginative individuals with a flair for web creativity. You’ll apply key programming, design experience and web development skills in creative contexts, and contribute to exciting projects with emerging tech companies and freelance developers.

As a graduate of Creative Computing (Web Technologies), you’ll be well-versed in web design and development, with a critical, practice-led understanding of emerging web concepts and tools. You’ll hold a unique blend of technical proficiency and creative maturity that will set you apart from typical computer science graduates.

Year One - Master the basics. You start your journey through Creative Computing (Web Technologies) by developing key skills in computing and digital design. We provide a primer to computer science, and probe the social and ethical consequences that are distinct to the digital age. Weekly tech workshops expose you to the basics of web development and procedural programming. Modules on creative problem solving, interface design and coding for the visual arts enrich your understanding of how creativity and computing collide.
Year Two - Begin to specialise. Learn the principles of responsive web design and Android app development, deploying a range of tools and creative strategies that underpin compelling online experiences. Elective modules provide space to learn the basics of animation or game development, interface with creative tech companies and experiment with some of the latest consumer grade interactive devices.

Year Three - Kick-start your career. You'll deploy client and server-side scripting languages to create web apps, while exploring how emerging concepts such as AI and Web 3.0 can open up new possibilities for web creativity. Two thirds of your time is spent developing significant digital artefacts. These works become the showcase pieces of a compelling, industry-focused creative portfolio. Optional modules give space for creating original, playful ideas within the areas of Creative AI or web games. Alternatively, you may wish to focus on the gaining an understanding of field of cyber security or develop games with purpose in serious games.

Creative Computing (Web Technologies) is almost entirely coursework assessed. You deliver a varied and balanced collection of artefacts including prototype software, experiment portfolios, digital interfaces, interactive stories and web apps. Project work is supported by contextual essays, reflective commentaries, sketchbooks, reports, pitches, presentations, debates and b/vlogs.