Course Overview

As well as giving you professional skills in key areas of the visual effects post-production pipelines such as visualisation, modelling, rigging, scripting, tracking, technical animation, effects animation, lighting, look development and compositing, this course enables you to explore your own specialism in greater depth. Gain experience in the wider pre-production and production pipelines and emulate industry practice by working collaboratively in teams with students from other animation courses on industry-led briefs and short films. As well as dedicated studios featuring industry-standard VFX software, you have access to dedicated specialist camera and grip equipment, motion-capture studios, and a fully equipped sound stage including green screen facilities and motion-control cameras.

General Eligibility

• At least a UK 2.2 honours degree in visual effects or equivalent.

• Other first-degree subjects may be accepted when combined with a portfolio of creative work at an acceptable standard.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• For international students (Tier 4) - IELTS 6.