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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: VEF1

Visual Effects

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
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3 yearsDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Buckinghamshire New University, the BA (Hons) Visual Effects provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Visual Effects (VFX) is a continually evolving and exciting subject that is applied in many different areas of the industry, including film, television, games and commercials. With a focus on professional practice, this course gives you the opportunity to use industry standard software and develop fundamental skills required for employment opportunities in the VFX industry by creating a strong portfolio of work to display your talent. Why study at Buckinghamshire New University? At BNU we focus on preparing you for work in the industry, helping you to stand out to employers when you gra... International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, and 78% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

3D Modelling and Animation
Digital Compositing Techniques
Motion Capture and Performance
Visual Effects for Film and Television
Rendering and Lighting
Character Design and Rigging
Live Action Integration
Professional VFX Practice and Portfolio
UCAS Code:VEF1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC - CCD

UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of 2 A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.

UCAS Points88

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£47,730

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

What are the tuition fees

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Buckinghamshire New University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£21,000£24,000£28,000
3 years£15,500£22,500£27,500
5 years£21,000£27,000£34,500

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 13% above UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
3%Studying
8%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
53%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
95%
Organisation and management
83%
Learning resources
86%
Student voice
73%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
78%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University offers Visual Effects as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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