MA Virtual Production at Solent University

Programme overview

Explore, experiment and learn industry skills to become a trailblazer in virtual production (VP) and extended reality (XR) using our VP volume, XR green screen studio and Vicon mocap and body scanner. Throughout this course, you'll be immersed in both the artistic and technical sides of virtual production, gaining hands-on experience to build your skills and confidence in a dynamic, real-world setting.

Faculty: TV, film and media technology | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Full-time September start; Part-time September start (2027 entry) | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Virtual Production Pipelines, Virtual Cinematography, Master's Project Proposal and Development, Professional Practice, Master's Project.

Career pathways

The course is designed to be flexible to allow students to follow many different career paths in virtual production. Suitable roles for graduates could include: VP producer, VP stage operator, VP production engineer, VP technical director, VP artist, VP lighting technician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours degree at 2:2 or higher in a relevant discipline Or, 2:1 in a non-relevant subject area. Alternatively, applicants may be considered with relevant industry experience.. Applicants must attend an interview as part of the application process. An example of creative portfolio will be requested at the point of application. English language: IELTS minimum 6.5 overall with no component score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,400 a year (2027/28). UK and Channel Island full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 17,780 a year (2027/28). International full-time fee Source

Intake: Full-time September start; Part-time September start (2027 entry)

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.solent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/virtual-production-ma

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