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BA Visual Effects and Animation with Foundation Year

University of West London

Institution
University of West London
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Animation with Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
W900
Typical offer
A-level BC

Entry requirements

72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include: A-Levels at grades B and C (if you have two A-Levels) or grades D, D and D (if you have three), or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Merit, Merit, Pass Access to HE Diploma T-Levels You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.

About this course

BA (Hons) in Photography. The programme includes a one-year foundation year followed by three years of degree study at the London School of Film, Media and Design. Students complete a supervised Major Project in the final year and engage with industry professionals through a Live Brief module involving real-world scenarios.

Modules

  • Personalised Learning
  • Creative Research in Media and Design
  • Contextual Studies in Media and Design
  • Study Skills for Success
  • Creative Sectors in Media and Design
  • Major Project (Foundation Year)
  • Principles of VFX
  • VFX Toolbox
  • Digital Toolbox
  • CGI Foundations
  • Digital Sculpture
  • Visual Narrative
  • The Composite
  • Current Trends of VFX
  • VFX Animation
  • Character Animation
  • Rigging and Creature FX
  • 3D Matchmoving
  • Environmental Effects
  • Professional and Industry Practice
  • Live Brief
  • Investigative Study
  • Project