Visual Effects Animation

From the serenity of an elven forest to an explosive planetary invasion, visual effects are at the core of the moving industry. From blockbuster movies to high-impact commercials and interactive video games, visual effects artists are now embedded across many film projects, working to shape the visual language of an entire movie. In the UK, the visual effects sector continues to evolve and grow. From modelling to 3D animation and motion capture, you’ll learn the critical hands-on elements and processes needed to tell a story and release your ideas from the page. You will learn how to analyse and design images and animations for a range of professional contexts. We place a strong emphasis on equipping you with the tools you'll need to manipulate your creations and you'll gain an understanding of critical pre-production planning processes. You'll also explore how lighting, rendering and visual language combine to bring visual effects to life. Your final project includes a professional showreel of your accomplishments demonstrating your practical skills and showcasing your storytelling and artistic talents.

UCAS Tariff - 72 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5 - All subjects require A*-C in English (4-9) Audio Production and Games Programming also require A*-C in Mathematics (4-9)
A level - A* - D
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*D* - MMP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 45 credits M: 42 credits P: 3 credits
Scottish Higher - A - C