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Visual Effects and Motion Graphics BSc (Hons) at Brunel University of London

Brunel University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our Visual Effects and Motion Graphics BSc degree is a state-of-the-art, hands-on course that combines digital technology and creative design. It will give you the knowledge and practical skills required by the visual effects and motion graphics sector within the entertainment and creative industries. This course is fully accredited by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK’s screen-based industries.

Faculty: College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences  |  Department: Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

From day one, you will start building a strong portfolio of your creative work ready for industry. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Introduction to Motion Design, Introduction to Professional Practice in the Creative Industries, Foundations of Interactive Digital Media Development, Digital Photography and Video Production, 3D CGI and Acquisition for VFX, Design Communication; Year 2: Applied Media Aesthetics, Immersive Mixed Reality Design, Motion Graphics Design, Programming for the Moving Image, Advanced 3D CGI and Compositing, 3D Animation and Motion Graphics; Year 3: Major Visual Effects and Motion Graphics Project, Working in the Digital Creative Industries, Virtual Production.

Career pathways

A visual effects and motion graphics degree from Brunel will prepare you for creative roles in the rapidly expanding digital media industry. Brunel’s location close to the large concentration of creative and entertainment industries in and around London means that there are a variety of job opportunities available.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: BBB - BBC (A-level), DDM - DMM (BTEC), 30 - 29 (IB). A-level standard offer: (contextual offer BBC). BTEC National Extended Diploma: IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points. A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5. All applicants are required to provide a portfolio for review as part of the selection process before a formal offer is made. Admissions will contact you when the portfolio is required and send you details of what the portfolio should include. English language: IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 21,795 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement

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