BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics at Teesside University

Programme overview

This degree covers the full visual effects pipeline from previsualisation and motion design to technical animation, look development and compositing, alongside motion graphics for commercials, TV and immersive experiences.

Duration: 3 years (4 with work placement); part-time up to 6 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers animation principles, CG essentials, technical animation, visual development and digital compositing. Year 2 includes Effects and Motion Graphics, Moviola, Visual Effects Pipeline and Professional Practice and Ethical AI Assisted Creativity, with an optional placement year.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked in studios worldwide in previs, modelling, rigging, effects animation, matte painting, tracking, lighting, look development and compositing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96-112 points, plus a portfolio if Level 3 qualifications do not include a creative subject such as art, design, drawing, animation or games art; the portfolio should show fundamental drawing skills such as life and observational drawing. Credit transfer may be possible for related Level 4 or higher study. Summer and Winter University modules may help applicants meet entry requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate degree rate; tuition only Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years (4 with work placement); part-time up to 6 years

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