Computer Animation and Visual Effects BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

Course summary

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. Facilities and Specialist Equipment

  • Specialist games, animation and graphics labs with VR technology, high-spec computers.
  • Motion-capture and green-screen studios.
  • Cutting-edge software including Autodesk 3ds Max, Maya, Unreal Engine and Blender.
  • Modern computing labs, group study hubs and bespoke teaching spaces in our STEM building.
Your Student Experience
  • Share teaching with students from our BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development course and benefit from the exchange of ideas and understanding.
  • Our staff’s real-world expertise feeds directly into their teaching, keeping you up to date within this rapidly progressing industry.
  • Learn to tackle complex problems through practical projects designed to meet the needs of customers, businesses and society.
  • Cutting-edge software means you become familiar with the tools used in industry right from the start.
  • Benefit from regular supervisor meetings that support continuous learner-teacher interaction and help you reflect on your progress.
  • Thrive under the guidance of our dedicated academic success tutors, there to support you through your studies.

Modules

Areas of study include:

  • 2D Graphics and Digital Art
  • Digital Video and Animation
  • Fundamentals of Creative Technologies
  • Games and Digital Asset Design
  • 3D Graphics and Animation
  • Compositing for Visual Effects
  • Professional Industry Portfolio
  • Studio Development Project
  • Advanced Animation and Visual Effects
  • Disruptive Technologies
  • Undergraduate Project for Creative Technologies
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How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
G401
Institution code:
B22
Campus name:
Luton Campus
Campus code:
D

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered. If you would like to check that your qualifications will be accepted please contact the university.


Student Outcomes

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60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1

Additional fee information

For information on the 2024 fees please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/
Computer Animation and Visual Effects BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS