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3D Animation and Visualisation at Glasgow Caledonian University - UCAS

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Course summary

3D Animation and Visualisation with pathways for Games or VFX is an exciting 4 year degree course which reflects the latest developments in the creative, visualisation and entertainment industries. Our students go on to work in leading facilities such as Rockstar, Ubisoft, Axis Productions, Double Negative and many others. You will study a range of modules featuring topics such as 3D modelling, concept art, compositing, rigging, 2d and 3d animation, digital sculpting, lighting and rendering, giving to give you the appropriate knowledge, skills and techniques needed to choose your preferred path way in Year 3 where students can choose to focus on either Games or VFX themed modules. Students on this programme will also benefit from working on a variety of group projects with peers allowing them to create games and large and complex 3D projects utilising realtime game engines. Students also have modules featuring projects set by industry allowing them to experience realistic criteria, feedback and themes, with great opportunities for receiving advice and critique from professionals. On this course you will be taught by a range of staff with relevant expertise and knowledge of industry methods and workflow. This will include senior academic staff, qualified professional practitioners and research students. You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from industry. • Currently undergoing accreditation with Screen Skills the UK Sector Skills Council for Creative Media Industries • 94% overall student satisfaction - 2020 NSS statistics • Open plan studio style labs equipped with the latest software and workstations • VR suite and facilities • Guest lectures and industry speakers • Placement opportunities available


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
3DAV
Institution code:
G42
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Standard Qualification Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio

All applicants will be expected to submit a digital portfolio to gauge creative potential, motivation and suitability for the programme. Portfolios may be shortlisted to allow for an interview stage from a smaller pool of applications


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Overall score of 6.0 with the minimum of 5.5 in each element

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
80%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250* Year 1
Wales £9250* Year 1
Channel Islands £9250* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250* Year 1
Scotland £1820* Year 1
EU £15200* Year 1
International £15200* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

The fee amount provided is for 2024-25, details of the 2025-26 fees will be updated in autumn 2024. For further information please visit our website www.gcu.ac.uk/study/tuitionfees
3D Animation and Visualisation at Glasgow Caledonian University - UCAS