Advanced Structural Analysis

Program Overview

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This Advanced Structural Analysis course provides an introduction to specialist topics including stiffness method and plastic, plate, and dynamic structural analysis. It equips students with the necessary tools for carrying out refined structural analysis and the skills to use structural analysis software for problem-solving. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply engineering concepts and mathematical knowledge to model structural systems and better understand the behavior and performance of more complex structural systems.

Program Outline

• Equip students with adaptable practical and theoretical skills to design for current and future trends.
• Create a portfolio of work, make links with industry, and undertake optional work placement or study abroad options.

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Outline:

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Content:

• The course covers the technologies involved in the creation and delivery of digital media.
• Students gain an appreciation of the theory, application, and cultural context for the use and development of new and emerging media.
• Expertise in using computer-based authoring tools to create audio, video, 2D and 3D media is developed.
• Physical computing and human computer interaction are explored.
• Students choose a specialist route and focus their areas of expertise in years three and four.
• Year four includes an independent project where students research topics at the forefront of interactive and digital media, culminating in a dissertation and a major media project.
• Portfolio and career development are emphasized in year four.

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Structure:

• The program is a full-time, four-year program.
• It starts in September.
• The UCAS code is G455.
• Placement opportunities are available.
• Study abroad options are available.

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Course Schedule:

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Year 1:

• Trimester 1:
• Experiencing the Digital City
• Being Digital
• Sonic Culture
• Trimester 2:
• Programming for Interactive Media
• Digital Imaging
• Producing Digital

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Year 2:

• Trimester 1:
• Practical Interaction Design
• Digital Video Development
• Visual Design for Digital Media
• Trimester 2:
• Playful Interaction
• AI for Creative Industries
• 2D Animation

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Year 3:

• Trimester 1:
• User-Centred Research Methods
• Digital Storytelling
• Creative Technology
• Motion Graphics
• 3D Modelling
• Trimester 2:
• Group Project
• Designing the Visual Interface
• Visual Effects
• 3D Animation

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Year 4:

• Trimester 1:
• User Experience
• VFX Storytelling
• Scripting for Interactive Media
• Internship (option)
• Honours Project (60 credits)
• Trimester 2:
• Professional Practice through Portfolio
• Honours Project (60 credits) - continues

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Modules:

• Experiencing the Digital City: This module explores the relationship between digital media and urban environments.
• Sonic Culture: This module explores the role of sound in digital media and culture.
• Digital Imaging: This module covers the principles and techniques of digital imaging.
• Producing Digital: This module explores the process of producing digital media, from concept to completion.
• Practical Interaction Design: This module introduces students to the principles and practices of interaction design.
• Digital Video Development: This module covers the techniques and technologies involved in digital video production.
• Playful Interaction: This module examines the role of play in interaction design.
• AI for Creative Industries: This module explores the use of artificial intelligence in creative industries.
• 2D Animation: This module introduces students to the principles and techniques of 2D animation.
• User-Centred Research Methods: This module teaches students how to conduct user research to inform design decisions.
• Digital Storytelling: This module explores the art of storytelling in digital media.
• Motion Graphics: This module covers the principles and techniques of motion graphics design.
• 3D Modelling: This module introduces students to the principles and techniques of 3D modelling.
• Designing the Visual Interface: This module explores the design of user interfaces for digital products.
• Visual Effects: This module covers the techniques and technologies involved in visual effects production.
• 3D Animation: This module introduces students to the principles and techniques of 3D animation.
• User Experience: This module explores the principles and practices of user experience design.
• VFX Storytelling: This module examines the use of visual effects to enhance storytelling.
• Internship (option): This module provides students with the opportunity to gain work experience in a relevant industry.
• Honours Project (60 credits): This module allows students to undertake an independent research project, culminating in a dissertation and a major media project.
• Professional Practice through Portfolio: This module helps students develop their professional skills and create a portfolio of work.

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Assessment:

• Assessments are mostly practical courseworks accompanied by reports.
• Some modules include exams.
• The honours project is a practical project and reflection accompanied by a 5000-word dissertation.

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Teaching:

• Teaching methods include lectures and tutorials.
• Industry-experienced lecturers are involved in the program.

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Careers:

• Potential career paths include:
• Digital Designers
• Motion Graphic Designers
• VFX Artists
• Developers
• Producers
• 3d Artists
• User Experience Consultants and Designers
• The School has agreements with overseas partner Higher Education institutions, allowing students to study abroad in the first or second trimester of the third year.
• A year-long Work Based Learning module is available for this program, which can be undertaken in the third year.
• Placement Preparation sessions are held in the second year, providing information about sourcing a placement, enhancing CVs, cover letters, and interview preparation.
• A Student Futures Placement Coordinator is available to support students with their placement applications and approving placements.
• Students can complete a project for an external client in the Professional Internship Module in Year 3.
• The program is designed to help students develop skills in modern digital design that can be applied to web and mobile applications, 2D and 3D asset creation and animation.
• Students gain knowledge in evaluating and improving the usability of designs through testing.
• The program helps students communicate ideas visually and work collaboratively in the digital design industry.

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Tuition Fees for 2024/25

Students from 2024/25 2025/26 Scotland £1,820 £tba England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £9,250 £tba Overseas and EU £16,680 £tba Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland will be invoiced the tuition fees for 3 years of their 4 years of study. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here. Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here. View Tuition Fees for 2025/26