Computer Animation and Visual Effects BSc (Hons)

From flight simulators and animated e-learning to VR experiences and blockbuster films, computer animation and visual effects have reinvented our modern society. This innovative course gives you the latest creative, design and technical skills to produce digital content in the form of computer-generated animation or visual effects for entertainment, education or promotional purposes. You gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and software while exploring emerging applications such as virtual reality and mixed reality. <br/><br/>**Facilities and Specialist Equipment**<br/>- Specialist games, animation and graphics labs with VR technology, high-spec computers. <br/><br/><br/>- Motion-capture and green-screen studios. <br/><br/><br/>- Cutting-edge software including Autodesk 3ds Max, Maya, Unreal Engine and Blender. <br/><br/><br/>- Modern computing labs, group study hubs and bespoke teaching spaces in our STEM building.<br/><br/><br/>**Your Student Experience**<br/>- Share teaching with students from our BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development course and benefit from the exchange of ideas and understanding. <br/><br/><br/>- Our staff’s real-world expertise feeds directly into their teaching, keeping you up to date within this rapidly progressing industry. <br/><br/><br/>- Learn to tackle complex problems through practical projects designed to meet the needs of customers, businesses and society. <br/><br/><br/>- Cutting-edge software means you become familiar with the tools used in industry right from the start. <br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from regular supervisor meetings that support continuous learner-teacher interaction and help you reflect on your progress. <br/><br/><br/>- Thrive under the guidance of our dedicated academic success tutors, there to support you through your studies. <br/>