3D Animation and Visual Effects ,BSc (Hons)

De Montfort University

United Kingdom, Leicester

University Rank:#715

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GBP 22,988 / per year

Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

3D Animation and Visual Effects ,BSc (Hons)

About

Gain hands‑on education in the art and craft of digital storytelling.

Overview

The BSc (Hons) 3D Animation & Visual Effects at De Montfort University is a future-focused degree that blends artistic creativity with technical precision. Designed for aspiring animators, VFX artists, and digital storytellers, the course offers hands-on experience in 3D modelling, character rigging, motion capture, simulation, and virtual production using industry-standard tools like Unreal Engine. You'll collaborate on real-world briefs, build a professional portfolio, and graduate ready to thrive in film, TV, gaming, and immersive media industries. With expert support and cutting-edge facilities, this course empowers you to create bold, original work that stands out.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Typical offer

UCAS points:

104

A Level:

BCC

BTEC Extended Diploma:

DMM

Contextual Offer:

DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education.

This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual

T Levels:

Merit

Access to HE:

Pass with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit

International Baccalaureate (IB):

GCSEs:

5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Interview and portfolio

Interview required: No

Portfolio required: No

Career

Graduate careers

VFX graduates are equipped to pursue roles such as compositors and matte painters, as well as wider media-based careers such as colourists and finishers.

You can specialise in the field that interests them most, from motion capture or set design, to lighting and grading. Graduates of this course will also have the opportunity to apply for one of our specialist postgraduate courses if they wish to continue studying.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

22,988 / per year

3D Animation and Visual Effects ,BSc (Hons)

De Montfort University

United Kingdom, Leicester

Go to Official Website