BA (Hons) CGI and Visual Effects with year in industry in Southampton United Kingdom | Southampton Solent University

Solent's CGI and Visual Effects program cultivates artists for a dynamic, technology-driven field full of innovative career opportunities. This degree integrates state-of-the-art techniques and professional-grade software while providing the adaptability to implement your knowledge across diverse sectors.

Combining essential digital competencies, traditional artistic foundations, creative thinking, and concept development, this program delivers a career-focused examination of fundamental 2D and 3D disciplines applicable to various exciting professions. Whether you're new to 3D and compositing or already creating models and animations, we'll provide personalized guidance to refine your CGI and VFX abilities to professional standards in your chosen specialization.

Understanding industry standards and connecting with professionals is crucial for career growth. Throughout your studies, we'll help you establish industry connections through effective social media strategies, guest lectures at our weekly forums, annual events like CGFX, Viz. Arch Viz, and our Graduate Show, plus various field trips. You'll also benefit from Solent's exceptional facilities and participate in weekly critique sessions using our professional Rushes pipeline - part of a program recognized by The Rookies as among the world's best.

Our yearly CGFX speaker series attracts leading industry experts, giving students networking opportunities and direct access to Q&A sessions. Past participants include prominent companies like Rockstar, Aardman, Glowmade, Outpost VFX, Funko Animation, and Framestore.

This program transforms students from learners into skilled practitioners with robust creative and technical understanding. You'll investigate multiple CGI and VFX domains to develop comprehensive abilities before specializing with precisely the expertise your target industry demands.

The optional placement year lets you apply first and second-year knowledge in professional settings, gaining invaluable practical experience before completing your degree.

As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT) - a collaboration between educational institutions and top employers - this program specifically addresses workforce needs in maritime, engineering, and digital sectors actively seeking skilled engineers, technologists, and creative professionals.

4 years with optional industry placement