VFX has become an integral part of the production process for film, television and advertising. On this course, you’ll explore the VFX industry for moving image products while developing the skills required of a VFX artist across a range of disciplines. Study this visual effects degree and you’ll explore the VFX industry for moving image products whilst developing the skills required of a VFX specialist. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the different areas through studio practice, as well as academic research and study. By the end of the course you’ll have developed a strong portfolio of VFX work, tailored to your own career aspirations. On this course you’ll be working on industry-standard software, such as NUKE – which has been used throughout the development of award-winning movies like Star Wars and The Avengers. On this course, you'll study in our brand new £9.1 million digital media hub - Confetti HQ - and have access to: Industry Spec Workstation PCs Industry-standard digital film cameras and lights Bookable Green Screen studio space Professional Studio facilities Specialist Software including: Autodesk Suite (Maya, Motion Builder &Mudbox), Nuke, Mari and Modo Adobe Creative Suite, Zbrush, Quixel 2, Wacom Cintiq 13HD Touch Tablet

Year 1 Asset Production for VFX Sequences (20 Credit Points) Learn about the range of assets available in VFX production; in particular you’ll develop an understanding of the relationship between principal photography and the visual effects professional. Creating 3D Content for VFX (40 Credit Points) You’ll be given an introduction to the main principles behind creating 3D content and how it integrates with other aspects of visual effects. The module also introduces the notion of the virtual camera and how the 3D software camera needs to match and replicate cameras used on set. Foundation in VFX Compositing and Matte Production (40 Credit Points) You’ll develop a strong foundation in VFX Compositing and Matte Production. You’ll also develop your skills in 2D graphics manipulation whilst learning the basics of layering, masking, keying, depth, notions of colour space, project set-ups and flexible, reusable templates. Matte Painting and Environment (20 Credit Points) 3D computer-generated imagery (CGI) has changed the matte painters’ job. This module will explore matte-painting and the role of the ‘environment’ technical team. You’ll also spend time exploring the history of compositing and its roots in early cinema. Year 2 3D Matchmoving and Rig Removal (20 Credit Points) You’ll explore the application of camera movement within an image and the difference between object-tracking and camera-tracking. You’ll develop skills in the creation of realistic and professional VFX sequences and learn the important process of rig-removal. Rigging, Digital Sculpture and Creature Effects (40 Credit Points) Explore the role of the rigger and the working relationship and interactions with animators and modellers. You’ll learn to create, test and maintain various character, vehicle and cloth set-ups, working with animators and modellers to meet the technical needs of a project. Effects Animation (40 Credit Points) During this part of the course you’ll work in our industry-standard Foley Suite learning how particle systems, structures, cloth, fluids and crowds move under the forces of physics. You’ll develop your understanding of how VFX software is used to simulate complex behaviours and phenomena, such as fires, breaking glass and fluids. Industry Practice (20 Credit Points) During this module you'll undertake appropriate self-directed projects, working collaboratively on creative work, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge and skills learnt throughout the programme in the context of the workplace. This module aims to develop your overall professionalism and provide you with the knowledge and resources to begin a career in the creative industries.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: I700

Institution code: N91

Campus Name: Confetti Institute of Creative Technology

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Year 1

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Student satisfaction : 70%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 55%

Go onto work and study: 100%

Tuition fees for 2022 entry are yet to be confirmed. As a guide and to enable you to plan your finances, the fees for Home undergraduate students for 2021 are £9250. The current expectation is that the University may increase this for future and subsequent years of study in line with inflation and as specified by the Government.

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