Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics in Cardiff United Kingdom | University of South Wales
University of South Wales
|
Cardiff United Kingdom
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
14,950
(c. USD20,046.46)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics program at the University of South Wales is ideal for creative individuals passionate about visual media or those with clear career aspirations. The growing demand for Visual Effects spans blockbuster films, premium television productions, and innovative advertising campaigns. Motion Design plays a crucial role across various mediums, from cinematic interface design and television opening sequences to digital marketing and concert visuals. This degree equips students with the skills needed to thrive in creative fields. Industry-seasoned instructors (with credits on projects like Guardians of The Galaxy, Maleficent, and Black Mirror) provide personalized project guidance and facilitate connections with top UK-based Visual Effects and Motion Design studios. Graduates from our acclaimed program have secured positions at renowned partner studios such as ILM, DNEG, Framestore, MPC, Bait Studios, and Nineteentwenty, among others.
The curriculum focuses intensely on career preparation. Beyond providing studio-ready training for immediate post-graduation employment, students receive customized career counseling from professionals with extensive industry experience. The Professional Development module specifically prepares students for seamless transitions into visual effects studio roles or freelance careers, with faculty offering personalized career planning for each individual.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Typical A-Level Offer
CCC to include a relevant art and design subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and CC at A Level with a relevant art and design subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit in a relevant subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical Access to HE Offer
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points
IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).
CCC to include a relevant art and design subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and CC at A Level with a relevant art and design subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit in a relevant subject (this is equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points).
Typical Access to HE Offer
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points
IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).
Tuition
GBP
14,950