Course summary
BA (Hons) Live Visual Design & Production is a ground-breaking degree that will prepare you for an exciting career in live experience and entertainment, creating cutting-edge visual experiences for global audiences. Professionals with this skillset are in increasing demand in virtual productions, TV & film, esports, live events, music, theatre and corporate events. You'll build virtual worlds with gaming platforms like Unreal Engine, experiment with immersive technology such as virtual reality and motion tracking and create interactive visual experiences with projection mapping and LED walls. Teaching is project-based and practical. During your degree, you’ll learn from masterclasses with industry experts, work on real-world commercial projects and access industry work placements. You'll use industry-leading software, technology and equipment, to explore the creative, technical and production elements of live visuals. This course is ideal for you if you're interested in and would like to explore:
- Virtual and augmented reality (AR & VR)
- World-building, video and interactive game design
- Generative content creation - using software to automatically generate content in real-time
- Technical systems design
- Projection systems and technologies
- Large format LED systems (including video walls)
- Immersive and interactive spaces
- Industry-standard hardware and software
- 2D & 3D design and modelling
- Collaborating with other professionals
Assessment method
As well as traditional lectures, seminars and tutorials your learning will be enhanced with visits from guest speakers and masterclass seminars from industry experts, international case studies, workshops and more importantly opportunities to work on live projects as part of both practical modules and work placement; giving you unique insights and a thorough understanding of the visual production industry operating in international markets and in a range of sectors. Assessment is via a range of methods, from developing a portfolio of your work and skills, to practical assessment and research projects.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W990
- Institution code:
- B05
- Campus name:
- Academy of Live Technology
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We accept international students. Applications are welcomed through UCAS.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC - AE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 6 credits M: 3 credits P: 36 credits
Scottish Higher - CD - BBD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
GCSE English and Maths are required at Grade 4 / C or above Functional Skills English or Maths - Pass at level 2
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://academyoflivetechnology.co.uk/study/degrees/live-visual-design-and-production-ba-hons
Additional entry requirements
Interview
All applicants are invited to interview.
English language requirements
GCSE English is required at Grade 4 / C or above Functional Skills English - Pass at level 2
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
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
Personal computer and software
Personal protective equipment (please note, steel toe capped boots, Hi Vis jackets, gloves and hard hats are compulsory for practical sessions)
Personal toolkit
Sponsorship information
As part of our commitment to access and widening participation, we offer a range of bursary and additional financial support for prospective students. There is also a hardship fund available to eligible students who experience financial crisis. To find out more, please contact us on 01977 659880 or email [email protected]
Provider information
Academy of Live Technology
Unit 53
Laugthwaite Business Park
South Kirby, Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF9 3NR