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MA Visual Effects and Photorealistic Computer Graphics
An intensive one-year, studio-style masters covering the full visual effects production pipeline, taught at the ARTFX UK London hub. Aimed at students targeting VFX careers in film, TV and games.
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Potential funding at Arts University Bournemouth
International Undergraduate Scholarship of up to £5,000 (first year only) and International Postgraduate Scholarship of up to £3,000, applied for after receiving an offer; an early payment fee waiver is also available.
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A clearer look at MA Visual Effects and Photorealistic Computer Graphics
An intensive one-year, studio-style masters covering the full visual effects production pipeline, taught at the ARTFX UK London hub. Aimed at students targeting VFX careers in film, TV and games.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on contemporary media, audiences and platforms, storytelling, production and communication strategy, critical analysis of media, culture and society. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Contemporary media, audiences and platforms
- Storytelling, production and communication strategy
- Critical analysis of media, culture and society
- Create and evaluate content for contemporary media.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Research and storytelling
- Media production
- Audience analysis
- Editorial communication
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
- Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who want to understand audiences and create purposeful stories or communication across contemporary media. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Content producer
- Communications officer
- Journalist or researcher
- Digital media strategist
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
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Entry requirements
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- Academic
- Usually a BA (Hons) degree at 2:1 or above (or equivalent international qualification) in a relevant subject; alternative qualifications or experience considered.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
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- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, 5.5 in each band
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