BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Post-Production (progression year)
University of SuffolkEast Coast College (Great Yarmouth), United Kingdom
Course overview
This dynamic and exciting BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Post-Production degree programme provides a progression route to full Honours degree for students holding a FdA Visual Effects and Post-production (or similar post-production/visual FX level 5 qualification).This course provides a detailed knowledge of the production context and an understanding of related disciplines that informs visual effects practice, emphasising the importance of complementary filming and visual compositing skills.You will also explore cover particle effects such as fluid and fire, object dynamics, match lighting, crowd simulation, advanced keying and other techniques. | It is an exciting time to join the Visual Effects industry, with a shortage of skilled creatives in the CGI and VFX industries opening up many career paths. There are plenty of opportunities for you to gain vital industry experience during your studies. Previous students have: set up a YouTube channel, submitted work to film festivals, worked
Key highlights
- Progression route to Honours for holders of a level 5 VFX qualification
- Covers particle effects such as fluid and fire, plus object dynamics
- Develops match lighting, crowd simulation and advanced keying techniques
- Emphasises complementary filming and visual compositing skills
- Opportunities to gain industry experience, including film festival submissions
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Visual effects artist
- Compositor
- Post-production editor
- FX technical director
- CGI artist
- Motion graphics designer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £16,500
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 University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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