BSc (Hons) Visual Effects and Animation

BSc (Hons) Visual Effects and Animation is a full-time, three-year course being offered by the University of Bolton. This program is designed to be technically intensive, aiming to equip students with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills in visual effects and animation. It seeks to provide a perfect mix of technical skills, academic knowledge, and creative freedom to prepare students for a rewarding career.Course Content: The course content involves in-depth exploration of the theory and practical aspects of creating and integrating 2D and 3D content. Students will get a chance to study animation principles and techniques, game design and development, 3D modelling and texturing, scene assembly and shot layout, lighting, look development, rendering, compositing and finishing, as well as professional live industry briefs.Key Modules: The course comprises important modules such as Visual Effects and Animation Context and Practice, Principles of Animation, Games Design and Development, 3D Modelling and Texturing, Scene Assembly and Shot Layout, Lighting, Look Development and Rendering, 3D Rigging: Principles and Practice, Animation: Body Mechanics, 3D Character Modelling and Sculpting, among others.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can expect to find employment opportunities in a wide range of exciting and rapidly evolving areas within the Visual Effects (VFX), Computer Generated Imagery (CGI), 3D animation, 3D modelling and game environments sectors. Potential employers include TV and film companies, advertising agencies, visual effects and animation studios, game development companies, freelance projects, and teaching or research roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.