The aim of the bachelor's degree in Multimedia is to obtain skills related to multimedia production design, technologies, tools and methodologies, in the fields of artistic creation, entertainment and communication in the industry of digital and interactive content.
You will specialize in creating 2D, 3D, video and post production digital content, usability and graphic interfaces. You will also implement web solutions, mobile applications and interactive virtual environments. You will put this content into practice both as an individual and as a member of multidisciplinary teams, discovering the various options in the business sector of the multimedia world.
The bachelor's degree in Multimedia is an official university degree, complying with the requirements of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) being phased out.
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| ECTS credits | |
|---|---|
| Basic Training | 75 |
| Mathematics | 9 |
| Physics | 9 |
| Computing | 12 |
| Graphic Expression | 30 |
| Audiovisual Communication | 9 |
| Business | 6 |
| Compulsory Training | 123 |
| Computer Communication Technologies | 12 |
| Audiovisual Systems | 12 |
| Digital Image Technology | 12 |
| The latest WEB design applications | 18 |
| Human-Computer Interaction | 9 |
| IT II | 12 |
| Animation | 12 |
| Projects *1 | 36 |
| Elective Training *2 | 30 |
| Elective Subjects | 30 |
| TFG Final Degree Project | 12 |
| Total | 240 |
| Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | Basic | Annual | 9 |
| Physics | Basic | Annual | 9 |
| 3D Modelling and Texturing | Basic | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Design Fundamentals | Basic | 2nd Semester | 9 |
| IT I | Basic | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Visual Culture I | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Human-Computer Interaction | Compulsory | Annual | 9 |
| Project II | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Total | 60 |
| Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-visual Communication | Basic | Annual | 9 |
| Graphic Design | Basic | Annual | 9 |
| Visual Culture | Basic | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Business | Basic | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Internet Oriented Programming | Basic | 1st Semester | 6 |
| 2D animation | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| 3D Animation | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Projects III | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Projects IV | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Total | 60 |
| Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT Network Architecture and Security | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| IT Architecture and Configuration | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Video Systems | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Audio Systems | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Dynamic Web Programming and Databases | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Virtual Environment Programming | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Project V | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Project VI | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Elective Training | Elective | 1st & 2nd Semester | 12 |
| Total | 48 |
| Elective Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced audio-visual post-production I | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Digital Creativity | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Serious-Games Design | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Advanced audio-visual post-production II | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Narratives for Real-Time | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Fundamentals, Design and Sound Editing | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Animation and Stop Motion | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Applied Multimedia Technologies VIII | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Applied Multimedia Technologies X | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Creative Lab | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| In Company Practice | Elective | 1st or 2nd Semester | 12 |
| Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image structure and lighting | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Colour management and printing systems | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| The latest WEB design applications I | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| The latest WEB design applications II | Compulsory | 1st Semester | 6 |
| The latest WEB design applications III | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Elective Training | Elective | 1st & 2nd Semester | 18 |
| Final Degree Project (Regulations) | Compulsory | 2nd Semester | 12 |
| Total | 42 |
| Elective Subjects | Type | Term | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced 3D Modeling and Animation | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| BETMA VI: Visual Effects | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| BETMA VII: Programming in Android | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Generative Art and Processing | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Creative Lab | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Producción Transmedia | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
| Data Visualization | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Digital Entertainment and Video Game Design | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Prácticas en Empresa | Elective | 1st or 2nd Semester | 12 |
| Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Virtual and Augmented Reality | Elective | 2nd Semester | 6 |
| Documentary Animation | Elective | 1st Semester | 6 |
*1 At the end of the course, the student will have learned and will be able to demonstrate their knowledge with the practical part of each subject, and in addition, in order to enhance and enrich their curriculum vitae, they will undertake a project within a group each semester.
*2 From the 3rd year of the bachelor's degree in Multimedia, the 30 optional ECTS can be obtained by studying optional subjects in the syllabus and/or doing work placements (minimum 12 ECTS).
Clarification notice:
The CITM recommends students to follow the normal itinerary of 60 credits per academic year. The curriculum for this degree programme includes the possibility of external practice work (companies, public organizations…) that is considered as an optional subject area for students. As well, it is possible to take these courses in other foreign universities.
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| Carla Molins Pitarch | carla.molins@citm.upc.edu | Profesorado CITM-UPC | Mes info |
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Projects and Professional Experience: Tecnóloga creativa, diseñadora de experiencias e investigadora en comunicación científica. Conceptualizando y desarrollando experiencias interactivas para acercar la complejidad científica a la sociedad. Docente en ELISAVA, FH Joanneum, UTEC, The New School. Estancias de investigación en el equipo de exposiciones de Science Gateway - CERN y en el equipo Tech de Domèstic Data Streamers. Durante su estancia en Nueva York, fue docente en Parsons. Visualización de la información -del programa Strategic Design & Management BBA- y Metodologías de diseño -del Design & Technology MFA. Colaboró con el Museo Nacional de Historia Natural (Washington DC, EE. UU.) y fue investigadora en Brooklyn Research, trabajando en el proyecto Blips and Blobs, que ofrece la posibilidad de visualizar diferentes patrones de crecimiento de Physarum polycephalum, decodificando señales capturadas desde satélites meteorológicos NOAA. En 2017 colabora con John Sharp y Colleen Macklin en su libro Iterate: Ten Lessons in Design and Failure (2019) conceptualizando los diagramas del libro junto a Tuba Ozkan. Anteriormente, fue directora de diseño digital en revistas RBA, además de directora de arte y diseñadora motion graphics por múltiples clientes (MTV, TV3, Acción, Ayuntamiento de Barcelona,...) . Sus proyectos se han presentado desde 2013 en Espaya, Finlandia, Suiza, EEUU, Bélgica, Alemania, Francia, Malta, y Austria, recibiendo múltiples premios y nominaciones durante su trayectoria (Laus, NYCML, Gaudí,...). Áreas de expertise: Diseño de experiencias Tecnología Creativa Electrónica y Fabricación Digital, Diseño Digital Arte y ciencia, Comunicación científica Areas of training:
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| Daniel Hurtado Torres | daniel.hurtado.torres@citm.upc.edu | Profesorado CITM-UPC | Mes info |
Projects and Professional Experience: Investigador en el área del diseño de juegos y serious games aplicados a las Ciencias Sociales, con participación en proyectos competitivos de investigación y publicación de artículos científicos. Docente universitario y formador de docentes en los ámbitos del diseño de juegos, la narrativa y el diseño de interfaces y experiencia de usuario (UI/UX). Alterna la docencia con trabajos profesionales como Guionista y Narrative Designer de videojuegos. Areas of training:
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| David Sánchez Carreras | david.sanchez-carreras@citm.upc.edu | Profesorado CITM-UPC | Mes info |
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Graduate in Multimedia (CITM/UPC) Projects and Professional Experience: Lecturer specialising in dynamic web programming, databases and web applications. International Mobility Area Coordinator. Areas of training:
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| Davide Careglio | careglio@ac.upc.edu | UPC professor | Mes info |
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Projects and Professional Experience: Senior Researcher at CCABA (Advanced Broadband Communications Center). |
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| Josep Serrano Recuero | josep.serrano.recuero@citm.upc.edu | Collaborating professor | Mes info |
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Grado en Creación Artística de Videojuegos y Juegos Aplicados (Universitat de Barcelona, Enti) Projects and Professional Experience: Ha trabajado como Artista de entornos y escenarios 3D en Petoons Studio y Freelance. External links professional profile: |
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| Josep Solé Pareta | josep.sole@upc.edu | UPC professor | Mes info |
Projects and Professional Experience: Investigador del grupo de investigación en Comunicaciones de Banda Ancha (CBA), grupo incorporado en el IDEAI. Cofundador de la empresa Atalaya networks (spinoff UPC), creada en 2013 y más tarde vendida a la empresa canadiense Auvik (enero de 2019). Dept. Arquitectura y Tecnología de Computadores - Especialidad: Redes de computadores e Internet. External links professional profile: |
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| Lasse Löpfe | lasse.lopfe@citm.upc.edu | Profesorado CITM-UPC | Mes info |
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Doctor in Environmental Sciences (UAB) Projects and Professional Experience: Professional career: 2010 - 2014: Post-Doc Research fellow UPC, UCIII, CREAF Projects: Danger Room: https://store.steampowered.com/app/852250/Danger_Room_VR/ Janken Cards: https://store.steampowered.com/app/527210/Janken_Cards/ DefyU: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.DefyUTechnologies.DefyU Areas of training:
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| Marc Ripoll Tarré | marc.ripoll.tarre@citm.upc.edu | Collaborating professor | Mes info |
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Projects and Professional Experience: CEO and Lead Artist at The Game Forger. Lecturer in 3D design and video games at BAU and ETSEIB and on the UPC School master's degree course in Video Game Design and Creation. Coordinator of video game development courses at TEC in Monterrey, Mexico. Áreas de expertise: 3D animation Game design Areas of training:
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| Maria - Teresa Florit Olives | maria.teresa.florit@citm.upc.edu | Collaborating professor | Mes info |
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Degree in Multimedia (CITM - UPC) Projects and Professional Experience: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at TBB Agency. Áreas de expertise: Desarrollo web. Experiencia de usuario (UX). Desarrollo de proyectos eCommerce. Areas of training:
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| Marta Fernández Ruiz | marta.fernandez.ruiz@citm.upc.edu | Profesorado CITM-UPC | Mes info |
Projects and Professional Experience: Marta Fernández Ruiz es profesora y coordinadora del Grado en Diseño y Desarrollo de Videojuegos del Centro de la Imagen y la Tecnología Multimedia de la Universidad Politécnica de Cataluña, y responsable del área de Game Studies del Grupo de Investigación DiCode: Digital Culture and Creative Tecnologías. Sus líneas de investigación se centran en los videojuegos y ecología de los medios; el impacto de los videojuegos en ámbitos más allá del entretenimiento; y las estéticas de juego vinculadas a las tecnologías emergentes. Ha participado en proyectos relacionados con los videojuegos indie (siendo codirectora de contenidos de la primera edición del congreso Indie Games TRS) y con el aprendizaje mediado por el juego, los entornos virtuales y el storytelling (asumiendo el coliderazgo de iniciativas como Ciudad y Juego). Con anterioridad ha sido profesora en La Salle Centro Universitario, la Universidad Carlos III de Madrid y el Istituto Europeo di Design. Asimismo, cofundó Labhipermedia, spin-off de la Universidad Carlos III centrada en el desarrollo de aplicaciones multimedia interactivas centradas en la formación deportiva. Ha publicado en revistas como Computers & Education, Education and Information Technologies, Interaction Design & Architecture, Catalan Journal of Communication & Cultural Studies e Icono 14. |
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| Pere Joaquim Mindan Seuba | pedro.joaquin.mindan@citm.upc.edu | Collaborating professor | Mes info |
Projects and Professional Experience: Ingeniero en Telecomunicaciones UPC. Ingeniero Técnico de Soporte y Documentador. Intesis Software. Investigador en sistemas de comunicación y reconocimiento. Experto en: procesamiento de la señal, procesamiento de la imagen, ingeniería de software, programación. Areas of training:
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