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As an industry, it is worth over £71bn to the UK economy alone and demand for skilled graduates is only increasing.
On this course, you will create dramatic Hollywood blockbuster effects as well as the subtler changes used in AR and 3D architectural visualisation.
You will also learn to use advanced software, professional equipment, and develop the techniques you need to build bel...
Would you like to join the UKs fastest-growing economy? Visual effects (VFX) is the process of creating digital effects for films, advertisements, television, games and augmented reality (AR).<br/>As an industry, it is worth over £71bn to the UK economy alone and demand for skilled graduates is only increasing.<br/>On this course, you will create dramatic Hollywood blockbuster effects as well as the subtler changes used in AR and 3D architectural visualisation. <br/>You will also learn to use advanced software, professional equipment, and develop the techniques you need to build believable worlds.<br/>During the course, industry practice modules will give you direct exposure to VFX roles and career opportunities. <br/>The course is a member of UK Screen Alliance.<br/><br/>What youll study<br/>Based in London, the centre of the UK’s creative industries, this innovative VFX course places you at the heart of the action. It aims to give you a dynamic, contemporary and hands-on experience as you learn to work with advanced materials and techniques.<br/>The course has been designed with input from some of the leading effects facilities, including DNeg, and developed with advice and guidelines from the professional body Creative Skillset. <br/>In lectures and hands-on workshops, you will be able to build your skills and knowledge. Alongside the development of your technical skills, we will introduce you to regular industry practices. By taking part in class crits you will get used to the industry use of dailies.<br/>You will learn how to make your work both imaginative and realistic, using professional software, equipment and tools, including:<br/>• Maya<br/>• Nuke<br/>• Zbrush<br/>• Substance Painter<br/>• 3D Equalizer<br/>You will also have excellent technical resources at your disposal, including:<br/>• computer labs<br/>• a Vicon Motion Capture system<br/>• a fully equipped green screen studio<br/>• professional cameras<br/>• professional lighting<br/>• LIDAR scanner<br/>In addition, you will have 24-hour access to a new library and learning resource centre.<br/>Learning opportunities<br/>We will also provide excellent learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Trips to VFX facilities in Soho and around London. industry talks with artists and recruiters giving you direct contact with people already working in the business, and visits to iconic locations such as the world-famous Pinewood Studios.
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Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main site - West London
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Course Code
I700
Institution Code
W05
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Pass Access to HE Diploma (Minimum of 45 credits at level 3)
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
International | £16,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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