Visual Effects HND
Wiltshire College and University Centre
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Higher National Diploma - HND

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Chippenham

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Chippenham

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Delivered at our Chippenham campus, you will learn a range of practical and technical skills essential to the VFX industry, from animation and motion graphics to 3D modelling. The fundamentals of filming and editing will be extended to include advanced compositing, the layering and blending of live action and visual effects or animation. These practical skills are assessed via a series of real-life projects which are regularly reviewed with input from industry professionals in this ...Read more

Delivered at our Chippenham campus, you will learn a range of practical and technical skills essential to the VFX industry, from animation and motion graphics to 3D modelling. The fundamentals of filming and editing will be extended to include advanced compositing, the layering and blending of live action and visual effects or animation. These practical skills are assessed via a series of real-life projects which are regularly reviewed with input from industry professionals in this fast-changing industry. You will be encouraged to explore a variety of production contexts from Games to CGI and AR to broaden your career options. Engaging with professional working practices from these vocational contexts will prepare you for your next steps into a creative arts career.

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12 Jul 21

Despite the Covid restrictions in place during the first year, I have had a great experience and am looking forward to returning in September. The lessons have been worthwhile and..Read more

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48 Grades / Points required

At least 4 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above including English and Maths (or equivalent level 2 qualifications) plus one or more of the following:- 48 UCAS Tariff Points from an appropriate level 3 vocational programme (e.g. BTEC National Diploma).- A Level 3 Extended Diploma or GCE AS / A Level or a 6 unit Vocational A Level.- Success in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.- Formally assessed outcomes acquired through recognised prior learning or experience.Applications from mature candidates are welcomed and considered on an individual basis.Where English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent qualification will normally be required.Applicants without the qualifications specified will be considered based on their ability to study the subject at the required level.

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Despite the Covid restrictions in place during the first year, I have had a great experience and am looking forward to returning in September. The lessons have been worthwhile and...
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Wiltshire College and University Centre
Wiltshire College and University Centre , Chippenham

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Wiltshire College and University Centre
Cocklebury Road Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 3QD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Chippenham  0.1 miles away

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