Computer Animation and Visual Effects
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Course overview
Designed for anyone with a passion for computer-generated content, our BSc (Hons) Computer Animation and Visual Effects degree will help you learn and hone the skills needed to launch a career in an incredibly exciting industry. We take a learning by doing approach on this course. Alongside our expert guidance and support, you&rsquo...
Key highlights
- Learning by doing approach to computer-generated content
- Expert guidance and support throughout your studies
- Option to take a placement year in industry
- Builds skills needed to launch a career in animation and VFX
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — 112-120 UCAS tariff points GCE A levels - grades BBC or equivalent Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM in IT, Computing, Applied Science or Creative Digital Medi…
- A-level: BBC — or equivalent
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC National Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — Pass overall in Computing, IT or Science with a minimum 112
- T-level: Merit — to include in Digital Produc
- GCSE: C/4 — to include English Language, English, Mathematics
- HNC / HND — or an equivalent qualification in a relevant IT/Computing subject may be considered for direct entry onto the second ye
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Scholarships
£2,000 for each year of your degree.
Up to £2,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.
Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- 3D Animator
- Visual Effects Artist
- Compositor
- Technical Artist
- Lighting Artist
- Motion Graphics Designer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £21,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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