3D Animation and Visualisation BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian UniversityGlasgow, United Kingdom
Course overview
Study 3D Animation and Visualisation with options in Games and VFX. Build skills in modelling, animation and VFX using industry tools, live projects and studio facilities, preparing you for careers in games, film and digital content.
Key highlights
- Optional specialist pathways in Games or VFX
- Develops skills in 3D modelling, animation and visual effects
- Hands-on work with industry-standard tools
- Live projects provide real-world creative experience
- Access to dedicated studio facilities
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 96 — Year 1 Standard entry requirement UCAS Tariff: 96 Scottish Higher: BBCC or equivalent incl Higher in Art or Graphic Communication A Level: CCC or equivalent incl A Level in Art or Graphic Design Minimum entry requirement…
- Scottish Highers: BBCC — or equivalent incl
- UCAS tariff points: 90 — minimum (widening access) offer
- Scottish Highers: BCCC — minimum (widening access) offer; or equivalent incl
- A-level: CCC — minimum (widening access) offer; or equivalent incl
- HNC / HND: B — 3D Computer Animation with B in Graded Unit Year 3 entry Standard entry requirement; 3D Computer Animation with B in the graded unit English language
- Additional condition: portfolio — …language IELTS score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent)Portfolio All candidates are required to submit a portfolio as part of the selection process.
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
This award entitles fee-paying students to a discount of 5% if fees are over £5,000 and the fees are paid in full prior to the first teaching date of the course.
New to GCU Undergraduate
Self funding International students who study a full-time course with Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for up to £2,500 tuition fee discount per year off their course tuition fees.
Student Loyalty Discount
We are pleased to offer a Loyalty Discount of 30% to students who have previously graduated from GCU or one of our Founding institutions.
Up to 30% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- 3D Animator
- 3D Modeller
- VFX Artist
- Games Artist
- Technical Artist
- 3D Visualisation Artist
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 Glasgow Caledonian University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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