BSc Visual Effects and Motion Graphics

The BSc in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics at Brunel University London is a unique blend of creative and technical skills that will equip you with the knowledge and expertise to succeed in this exciting and rapidly evolving industry. Our course covers all aspects of visual effects and motion graphics, from conceptualization and pre-production to post-production and delivery. You'll learn how to create stunning visual effects and motion graphics for film, television, advertising, and other media platforms. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard software, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and showcase your creativity. Our graduates go on to work in some of the most prestigious visual effects and motion graphics studios around the world, making a real impact in the industry.

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The course is designed for students who are passionate about creating visual effects and motion graphics, and want to pursue a career in this exciting field. You'll have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, collaborating with fellow students and industry professionals to develop your skills and build your portfolio. Our experienced teaching staff have extensive industry experience and will provide you with the guidance and support you need to succeed. We also offer a range of elective modules, allowing you to specialize in areas such as 3D animation, game development, or visual effects for virtual reality.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Brunel University London

Brunel University London is the perfect choice for students who want to study visual effects and motion graphics. Our university has a strong reputation for producing innovative and creative graduates, and our state-of-the-art facilities are unmatched in the industry. You'll have access to cutting-edge software, hardware, and production tools that will help you develop your skills and stay ahead of the curve. Plus, our location in London provides a unique opportunity to network with industry professionals and gain valuable insights into the field. Our graduates go on to work at some of the most prestigious visual effects and motion graphics studios around the world, making a real impact in the industry.

Our Visual Effects and Motion Graphics BSc degree is a state-of-the-art, hands-on course that combines digital technology and creative design. It will give you the knowledge and practical skills required by the visual effects and motion graphics sector within the entertainment and creative industries. This course is fully accredited by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK’s screen-based industries. Brunel’s digital media courses are the only ScreenSkills-accredited degree programmes in London and the South East. 

At Brunel, we combine a study of visual effects with motion graphics so you can learn a wide range of creative and technical skills required to produce high-quality visual assets and artefacts for film, TV, the web, games and other creative outlets. You’ll study VFX acquisition, motion design, CGI, digital graphic design, digital photography and video. You will then progress to producing more complex post-production assets and artefacts involving compositing, advanced CGI, 3D animation, media aesthetics, motion graphics and mixed reality. In your final year, you can choose from modules in advanced digital graphics and motion design and advanced 3D animation with additional options in digital experiences and creative technology design. Throughout the course, you will develop the professional and transferable skills required by the creative digital industries.

• GCE A-level BBB. (General Studies not accepted).

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in any subject.    

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in any subject, AND an A-Level at grade B.

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in any subject with A-Levels grade BC.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points.

• Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the  Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

• T levels: Merit overall

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.