In an increasingly digitalized environment, the demand for IT specialists who combine technical skills with creative thinking is growing. The Bachelor's Degree in Multimedia, Applications, and Video Games from the University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC) addresses this need with a training program that integrates solid programming knowledge with skills in interactive experiences and technological design.
Computer scientists with expertise in multimedia, applications, and AI
This degree trains professionals of the present and the future, with a profile that, according to David Reifs, coordinator of the degree, "integrates both the classic foundations of computer science and current skills in the development of innovative applications, visual and multimedia design, immersive environments, video game programming and the use of virtual and augmented reality technologies applied to the application. Also, he adds, "the fundamentals of electronics and the Internet of Things (IoT) are worked on, as well as project management and teamwork, essential for professional practice in multidisciplinary technological environments." Artificial intelligence is addressed transversally throughout the degree, allowing students to acquire a global vision and apply it naturally to their future professional activity.
The degree aims to train versatile graduates, explains Malu Calle, dean of the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering at UVic-UCC, where it is taught. "We want, and companies need, versatile professionals, capable of adapting to technological developments and prepared to work both in multidisciplinary teams and independently," she explains. This educational philosophy ensures that graduates are well prepared to face the challenges of a demanding labor market and access opportunities in fields such as app development, video game creation, and digital project management.
In connection with the business sector
One of the strengths of these programs is the close collaboration with companies in the technology and creative sectors, with internships and real-life projects integrated throughout the program. For example, students complete a semester of intensive training at a company, where they delve into specialized projects and gain their first professional immersion.
Thanks to this practical approach, upon graduation, they have acquired applied skills and direct knowledge of current requirements in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, intelligent systems, and user experience.
Versatile professionals for an expanding digital world
Upon completion of their studies, graduates become professionals with profiles highly sought after by the technology sector. They master both the development of the visible and interactive aspects of applications as well as their internal structure and operation, allowing them to adapt to a wide variety of projects.
The growing field of virtual and augmented reality also opens up new opportunities in sectors such as industry, tourism, and education, which increasingly require professionals trained in emerging technologies. They can also work in the creation of interactive multimedia applications, the design of digital experiences, or as specialists in data visualization and digital content production.
The Multimedia degree opens unexpected doors: from programming to drone shows
Ernest Biosca, graduated in Multimedia from UVic.
How does someone end up directing drone light shows?
I chose the degree in Multimedia, Applications, and Video Games because it combined computer engineering with creative thinking and art, two areas that appealed to me. It was exactly the fusion I was looking for. This combination has opened many doors for me and allowed me to explore unexpected fields, such as working with drones, that I never would have imagined I'd be entering.
What has mastering languages as diverse as coding and design taught you?
The degree combines disciplines such as design, programming, market analysis, and databases. A multimedia professional understands all of these areas, can conceive a project from start to finish, and communicate well with the entire team. This comprehensive view is key to creating more complete and functional products.
With such a versatile background, in what fields can Multimedia graduates work?
It is precisely this union of technology, creation, and art that makes the program special and opens so many doors in very different fields. The most common jobs are in web programming, content management, video games, 3D development, drones, and social media, among others. In short, programming work with design, art, and aesthetic criteria. The ladder is, therefore, very broad.
