Live Visual Design & Production BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Live Visual Design & Production BA (Hons)
BA (Hons) Live Visual Design & Production is a ground-breaking degree that will prepare you for an exciting career in live experience and entertainment, creating cutting-edge visual experiences for global audiences. Professionals with this skillset are in increasing demand in virtual productions, TV & film, esports, live events, music, theatre and corporate events.
Youll build virtual worlds with gaming platforms like Unreal Engine, experiment with immersive technology such as virtual reality and motion tracking and create interactive visual experiences w...
<strong>BA (Hons) Live Visual Design & Production is a ground-breaking degree that will prepare you for an exciting career in live experience and entertainment, creating cutting-edge visual experiences for global audiences. Professionals with this skillset are in increasing demand in virtual productions, TV & film, esports, live events, music, theatre and corporate events.</strong> <br/><br/>Youll build virtual worlds with gaming platforms like Unreal Engine, experiment with immersive technology such as virtual reality and motion tracking and create interactive visual experiences with projection mapping and LED walls. <br/><br/>Teaching is project-based and practical. During your degree, you’ll learn from masterclasses with industry experts, work on real-world commercial projects and access industry work placements. Youll use industry-leading software, technology and equipment, to explore the creative, technical and production elements of live visuals. <br/><br/><strong>This course is ideal for you if youre interested in and would like to explore:</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Virtual and augmented reality (AR & VR)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• World-building, video and interactive game design<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Generative content creation - using software to automatically generate content in real-time<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Technical systems design<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Projection systems and technologies<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Large format LED systems (including video walls)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Immersive and interactive spaces<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry-standard hardware and software<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 2D & 3D design and modelling<br/><br/><br/>• Collaborating with other professionals<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why study at the Academy of Live Technology?</strong><br/>Our specialist courses have been developed with careers in mind. You’ll have access to work experience opportunities and award-winning partnerships to help you prepare for the world of work ahead of you. <br/><br/>When you study at the Academy of Live Technology, you’ll learn in a unique creative environment where some of the world’s greatest productions are put together. You’ll be taught by experts who bring their years of industry experience to your learning. You’ll see theory come to life as you get hands-on while you study. <br/><br/>The course is regulated by the Office for Students.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Academy of Live Technology
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W990
Institution Code
B05
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
Scottish Higher
C,D
B,B,D
Two Advanced Highers at grades CD Three Highers at grades BBD
Access to HE Diploma
D:6,M:3,P:36
Students would usually be expected to complete their Access to HE Diploma. 45 credits at level 3 (6 distinction, 3 merit, 36 pass) 45 credits at level 3 (3 distinction, 9 merit, 33 pass)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM
A level
C,C
A,E
Two A level -levels at grades CC / BD / AE Three A level -levels at grades DDE One AVCE Double Award at grades CC
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
Can be included alongside other Level 3 qualifications.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,525 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £20,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |


























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