College of Information Technology - Degree programme

Program Overview

In the 4-year Bachelor of Science program in Digital Media and Interactive Technology (DMIT), you will build your technical and creative skills. The programme will prepare you for careers in interactive multimedia, web design and development, mobile app design, digital video, 2D/3D animation, virtual reality, game design, social media, digital marketing, and user experience and interaction. Collectively, these skills make this program unique and one of a kind in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

You will transform into a skilled interactive designer and developer capable of working across many sectors adopting interactive technologies.

The program combines the skills of information technology, creative design, interactive technology, and digital marketing with an emphasis on digital innovation, practical skills, and industry placements.

This programme can also prepare you for entrepreneurship if you want to start your own business. Our strong focus ensures that your technologies, techniques, and competencies are always up to date.

Programme Highlights

·         Become the architect of digital media and interactive technology applications.

·         Excel your understanding of the development, integration, and management of digital media products by creating a wide range of digital outputs.

·         Get a taste of the industry by completing a work placement to gain professional experience to enhance your skills.

·         Utilise industry-standard tools and techniques to design and produce interactive digital applications.

·         Collaborate with other students and external companies and organisations across many sectors.

·         Engage with content and materials through lectures, group work, and practical project-based tasks.

Seven Reasons to Choose this Programme

·         The BSc. in Digital Media and Interactive Technology is a unique programme and one of a kind in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

·         A wide range of career opportunities to start a business or work in different sectors.

·         Knowledgeable and passionate faculty with diversified backgrounds and international experience.

·         Small classes.

·         Interactive learning approaches and extracurricular activities.

·         Well established links with the industry.

·         A well-equipped and state-of-the-art campus.

 Programme Facts 

·         The programme is unique in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

·         The programme runs for 4 years (8 semesters).

·         The programme has a total of 132 credits.

·         The programme is taught entirely in English.

Career Prospects 

Careers that graduates can expect to go into after graduation include:

          ·         Interactive Multimedia Designer

·         Web Designer and Developer

·         Content Management System (CMS) Admin

·         User Experience and Interaction Designer (UX/UI)

·         Game Designer and Developer

·         e-Publishing Designer

·         Digital Journalist

·         Mobile Apps Designer & Developer

·         2D / 3D Animator

·         2D/3D Virtual Reality Designer

·         Visual Effects and Motion Graphics Designer

·         Digital Video Producer

·         Social Media Specialist

·         Digital Marketing Specialist

·         E-Commerce Specialist

·         Entrepreneur