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Visual Effects and Animation BSc (Hons)

University of Greater Manchester

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UCAS CODE: W621

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Visual effects (VFX) and animation is at the heart of creating spectacular imagery for the film, TV, commercial and music video industries. VFX is an integral part of nearly every global blockbuster film in the modern era. Whether its the creation of hideous monsters, futuristic vehicles, or epic alien landscapes, VFX is the driving force behind the magic that you see on screen.Our BSc (Hons) Visual Effects and Animation course is ideal if you wish to combine design creativity with cutting-edge 2D and 3D computer generated imagery and animation to create visual effects. We offer hands-on experience covering the whole workflow of a digital VFX pipeline – from concept design, pre-production and visualisation, to the production of photorealistic 3D models/environments, and computer generated and composited images.Our dedicated and experienced team will lead you in an exploration of 3D computer modelling, texturing, lighting, rendering, rigging and animation, as well as the established areas of compositing, matte paintings and environments.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 15,950per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points : 104

Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Subjects that support you to showcase either creative OR technical skills relevant to the study of visual effects and animation are preferred. Creative subjects such as art and design, fine art, film, photography or media are welcomed. Alternatively, technical subjects such as computing, engineering, physics and mathematics can be a great starting point for this degree. For instance, an applicant studying A-levels in Art & Design, English Literature and Psychology would be invited

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University information

University of Greater Manchester

  • University League Table

    108th

  • Campus address

    University of Bolton, Deane Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL3 5AB, England

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    108th out of 117 1

    89th out of 95 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    115 50%

    98th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    108th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    4th

    1
  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    124 63%

    70th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    57.0 57%

    52nd

    38
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 80%

    23rd

    49

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