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BA Visual Effects and Motion Graphics

University of South Wales

Institution
University of South Wales
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
W280
Typical offer
A-level CCC, UCAS 96

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 96 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: CCC Welsh BACC: Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and CC at A Level with a relevant art and design subject. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit in a relevant art and design subject Access to HE: Pass the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant art and design subject with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points T Level: Pass (C and above) in a relevant art and design subject Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.

About this course

BA (Hons) in Game Art. Core topics include Research Methods, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course culminates in a Final Major Project tailored to career direction, with opportunities to collaborate with external studios. Students also complete a collaborative brief responding to a nationally recognised competition.

Modules

  • Contextual Studies
  • Image Acquisition
  • Concept Development
  • Motion Design
  • Visual Effects
  • Motion Production
  • Professional Practice
  • Critical Studies
  • Brands in Motion
  • Visual Communication
  • Creative Industries
  • Critical Research
  • Minor Project
  • Professional Development
  • Collaborative Brief
  • Final Major Project