Program Overview

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Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies

The Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies is a flexible program that can be completed in less than two years. This program offers a unique human-centric and design-led approach to technologies and focuses on human perception and experience.

Overview

The program is designed to accommodate the needs of busy professionals from a wide range of backgrounds. Students can choose to study online or in blended mode with part-time and full-time options available, combining the benefits of online education with valuable in-person experiences.

Key Features

• Connected to industry: Courses have been co-created in partnership with simulation experts and leading organisations.
• Practical career-focused approach: The program equips students to tackle real-world, industry-specific challenges by applying immersion and immersive technologies to their field of specialisation and working context.
• Flexible program delivery: The program is designed for busy professionals from diverse backgrounds, offering online education and flexible, blended study options, with part-time and full-time paths.
• Capstone projects: Students build a portfolio customised to their career trajectory by synthesising key concepts from their course with specialist learnings from their electives.

Why Study at UNSW?

• Utilise world-renowned facilities: Students get hands-on experience at UNSWs Immersive Technology Lab, exploring cutting-edge tools and equipment.
• Leverage our global reputation: As a global top 20 university, students join a community with access to world-class alumni connections and strong industry links and partnerships.
• Boost your employability: UNSW has been awarded Most Employable students for six years in a row, positioning graduates for successful careers in emerging technology.

Program Code and Campus

• Program Code: 9323
• CRICOS Code: A
• Campus: Paddington

Total Units of Credit

• Total Units of Credit (UOC): 72

Entry Requirements

Entry into the Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies requires a recognised bachelor's degree with an equivalent of a UNSW 65 weighted average mark (WAM). Entry isnt dependent upon a degree related to the creative disciplines.

Entry Score Calculator

If uncertain about meeting the WAM requirement, students can use the UNSW postgraduate entry score calculator to convert and scale other types of grading schemes into a percentage relatable to UNSW entry requirements.

Minimum Technical Specifications

For online study, students need specific equipment, including:

• Headset requirements: Meta Quest 3 or 3S
• PC requirements: Intel i5-4590 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X (or greater), with specified graphics cards, memory, and operating system

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students can shorten the duration of their program by applying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for credit, considering industry experience, formal or informal learning, and approved UNSW Art & Design Short Courses.

What Will I Study?

The Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies is a 1.7-year full-time program consisting of 11 courses (72 units of credit/UOC), including:

• 5 core courses
• 1 capstone course (12 UOC)
• 3 prescribed electives
• 2 free electives

Program Structure

The program combines core courses, electives, and a Capstone project. An example of a standard 1.7-year, full-time study plan includes:

• First year: Core Courses (30 UOC) and Prescribed Electives (12 UOC)
• Second year: 1 capstone course, 1 prescribed elective, and 2 free electives (12 UOC)

Future Careers

The Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies provides knowledge and skills for high-value positions as design leaders, managers, trainers, artists, researchers, planners, analysts, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Graduates are well-positioned for careers in emerging and established roles across industries like digital media, extended reality, experience design, and immersive learning.

Potential Careers

• Immersive designer
• Experience designer
• Immersive engineer
• Simulation educator
• Simulation developer
• Immersive learning designer
• Simulation training director/manager
• Immersive interaction designer
• Immersive advertising/marketing designer
• UX content designer
• VR/game developer
• Immersive story developer
• Narrative designer
• 3D designer
• Immersive media manager
• Cross reality consultant
• Creative director

Fees & Scholarships

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $39,000*
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $59,500*
• Fees are subject to annual review and may vary.

Scholarships

UNSW awards over $83 million in scholarships each year, with a range of scholarships available for domestic and international students.