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Computer Animation and Visual Effects BSc (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Designed for anyone with a passion for computer-generated content, our BSc (Hons) Computer Animation and Visual Effects degree will help you learn and hone the skills needed to launch a career in an incredibly exciting industry.We take a learning by doing approach on this course. Alongside our expert guidance and support, youll also benefit from a learning environment that is designed to emulate professional studio working practice. Youll have access to our fully equipped CG/VFX suite, with high-end hardware, render farm, dedicated green screen room, lighting rigs and motion capture equipment. In other words, youll have everything you need to learn how to create your own assets for integration with virtual environments and live-action footage to produce complex visual effects. Your only limitation is your imagination and will to learn.Regardless of whether you have prior experience in a related field, this course is designed for anyone with enthusiasm for learning the intricacies of computer-generated content. Focusing on three core threads of 3D, FX and compositing, youll learn about creating, rigging and animating 3D assets, developing advanced particle effects, as well as compositing and integration methods for post-production to bring the final shot together. And most importantly, at all stages youll have the creative freedom to develop your own ideas and concepts right through to the finished work.With links to some of the worlds largest VFX and animation houses through our graduates and academic staff, youll be perfectly placed to jump into industry, whether you desire to move into high-end film, television or games.Our computer animation and visual effects degree also provides the option of spending an extra year expanding your horizons by working on a placement in industry.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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University information

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University League Table
56th
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Campus address
Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom
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