BA (Hons) Visual Effects

... United Kingdom
... Bournemouth University

Course Overview

  • Produce a high-quality demonstrative portfolio of work related to the knowledge and production of professional quality feature film visual effects

  • Tailor your studies to either a more technical or artistic flavor depending on your desired career aspirations, and benefit from supportive tutors who provide tailored and personal reviews of your work

  • Access specialist facilities, including a new green screen and motion capture studio, as well as animation laboratories equipped with industry-standard software

  • Mirror industry practice by working collaboratively with other National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) students on our Art & Design and Technical Arts courses to create visual effects work.

  • Make invaluable contacts before you graduate through regular industry guest speakers and BU’s BFX Festival, featuring a fantastic line-up of speakers, masterclasses, exhibitions, screenings, and networking events.

  • Graduate career-ready, with 91% of our graduates in employment within 15 months of graduation.

General Eligibility

This course requires 112–128 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. A portfolio will also be needed in support of your application. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*BC, ABB, BBC or ACC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Animation and Illustration


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Campus Name

Talbot


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time,3 years with an optional 8 week placement/4 years with a-30 week placement


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Available Intake

September 2023, September 2024


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

Per year: UK:£9,250, International:£17,595, Foundation year: £9,250, Placement year: £1,850,


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