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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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3 Years
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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4 Years
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Graduating from the NCCA will have you join a 30-year legacy of world-class animation & VFX specialists. Whether you are artistic or technical, this cutting-edge course combines disciplines so you can bring your characters, creatures, and worlds to life.
Why study BA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects at BU?- Study a degree that will give you the expertise, skills and portfolio to excel in the visual effects, computer animation, and computer games industries - We consulted with our friends in the industry to ensure this degree replicates the latest industry practices to match the professional tech and facilities you’ll be taught in. We can’t wait to see you develop the skills to conceptualise, storyboard, and design your original ideas.- Make invaluable contacts through regular industry guest speakers, many of whom are alumni. You’ll also be invited to one of the UK’s largest visual effects, computer animation, and games festivals – The BFX Festival.- Tailor your studies with option units in the second and final years to develop your skills in 3D animation, visual effects, and technical arts – or work across specialisms reflecting a range of industry practices - Work on projects that simulate real-world challenges and scenarios; you'll benefit from supportive tutors who provide tailored and personal reviews of your work - Access specialist facilities including a green screen and motion capture studio, as well as animation labs equipped with industry-standard software.
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A levelA level:
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Scottish Higher:
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Scottish Advanced Higher:
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UCAS Tariff:
112 - 128 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
30 - 32 Grades / Points required
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:
DMM Grades / Points required
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent.
112 - 128 tariff points from Scottish Highers
112 - 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent
112 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
30 - 32 points
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
112 tariff points
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
112 tariff points
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
112 tariff points
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
120 UCAS tariff points
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£19,700 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,700 per year
Students from International
£19700 Per year
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