SAE Dubai provides Diploma in Augmented and Virtual Reality

SAE Dubai has announced a new Diploma program in Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), with admissions available for February 2022 enrolments, as part of its continued efforts to remain at the forefront of modern creative education.

Expert lecturers provide extensive knowledge in AR, VR, mixed reality, haptic technologies, human-computer interface, and prototyping, and the curriculum introduces students to important concepts of AR and VR utilising the latest software.

“The next generation or iteration of the internet has arrived in the form of the Metaverse. It is argued that the impact of AR and VR will be as big as the impact of the internet across the globe,” said Jan Horn, Managing Director at SAE Dubai.

He added, “We are now facing advancements in technology that will completely transform how users fully immerse themselves into a virtual environment.”

“At SAE Institute we have always strived to be at the forefront and cutting edge of Creative Media Education that prepares our students for the workplace of the future and we continue to do so with the launch of this program in AR / VR at our SAE Dubai campus,” added Horn.

“The thousands of sci-fi fans will be excited to see their dreams turn into reality and SAE Dubai provides an exciting journey to turn this passion into a successful profession.”

The compelling untapped potential of AR and VR across a range of industries, including tourism, education, and retail, among others, presents an appealing marketplace for experts interested in current storytelling, boundless technical possibilities, and endless creativity.

According to consultancy firm PWC, AR and VR technologies have the potential to add $4 billion to the UAE economy by 2030, raising the country’s GDP by one percent. By 2030, this estimate will grow to $1.5 trillion in global contributions to the economy.

Students will learn and master the technological workflows connected with augmented reality platforms, such as scripting and asset pipeline, as well as apply design and project management methods while improving academic abilities throughout the curriculum.

This curriculum will be delivered in a mixed approach, which will include both online and on-campus components. Because lessons are held in the evenings and on weekends, this program is accessible to working professionals who wish to participate in this rapidly growing business. It is, nevertheless, a very profitable job option for high-school graduates wishing to advance in a field that utilizes 21st-century talents.