Visual Effects

As an integral part of the multibillion-pound film and television industry, studying the creative and technical skills used in visual effects can open up extensive career prospects. this course also encourages you to develop your creative flair and understanding of industry-standard software to create your own 3d content for use in film and television projects.

Work placements are offered as part of this course and can boost your skills and experience while studying, as well as improving your chances of gaining a graduate level job. we have links with organisations both in the uk and internationally, and the placements team can help you find a placement to suit your interests and aspirations. students from the faculty of computing, engineering and media have taken part in work experience placements at a number of local and national companies, including hbo, stormburst studios, vita industrial, ibm, 508 kings road gallery, microsoft, and intel.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

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. students 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.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. De Montfort University has partnerships with the following companies: