Visualization and Interaction in
Digital Media (VIS)

The programme is strongly project-based and following the foundation course in the first two semesters, there is an opportunity to specialise early in the 3rd and 4th semesters. After the practical semester in the 5th semester, further specialisation is possible through projects in the 6th and 7th semesters, the bachelor thesis in the 7th semester concludes the programme.

Foundation Semesters 1 and 2

A prerequisite for the course is a keen interest in and engagement with the possibilities of digital media and computer graphics. Building on this, the foundation training in the first two semesters imparts basic knowledge in areas relevant to the conception and creation of visualisation projects.

Specialization Semester 3 and 4

The subject specialisation takes place through the independent selection of modules from six specialisation areas. Four modules from at least two specialisation areas must be taken per semester, so students can decide for themselves which focus they want to place in the visualisation area: Classic 3D visualisation, the development of interactive applications for screen and XR or web and app projects. The specialisation modules offered are constantly adapted and updated to the rapid development in these areas. Examples are Motion Graphics, Compositing, Virtual Characters, Interactive 3D or Web Development. In addition, three elective modules can be taken to respond to current trends or offers. The compulsory module Project Management provides the important competences for the successful implementation of media projects.

Practice, project phase and completion of semester 5 - 7

Practical experience in the fifth semester:

In the 5th semester the focus is on the contact with practice. This is indispensable in the rapidly developing media professions. The 5th semester allows students to use what they have learnt in four semesters in a meaningful way in their practical internships and enables them to establish practical contacts for the subsequent project semesters. The provision of suitable internships is supported by close contacts with companies and by an internship exchange.

Project phase and completion:

In the project phase of the 6th semester, self-chosen projects or projects with external partners can be carried out. However, there is also the possibility to continue projects that have been carried out during the internship semester. The project is accompanied by a project management review. In addition, in the 6th semester entrepreneurial and operational competence is taught through the modules Media Law and Business. The 6th semester is also suitable as a semester abroad.
The project in the 7th semester can be a continuation of the theoretical written bachelor's thesis or it can be an independent project.

The following examples show the variety of possible projects: