BA (Hons) Modelmaking and Creature Effects at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

Dive into the imaginative world of BA (Hons) Modelmaking and Creature Effects at the University of Greater Manchester. This exciting programme combines artistry, design and innovation, providing a comprehensive education underpinned by hands-on experience, digital technology mastery, and guidance from industry experts.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time, foundation year route available | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (a mix of compulsory and optional) include Workshop Skills, Sculptural Design Practice, Film and Television Contexts, Digital Processes, Movement, Mechanisms and Structures, Film + FX Production Project, FX Industries Exploration, Construction for Performance, Digital Manufacture, Production Design, Storytelling Through Design, Professional Identity, Innovation Skillset, Industry Project, among others.

Career pathways

As a graduate of our BA (Hons) Modelmaking and Creature Effects course, you’ll be in a prime position to demonstrate and combine creative skills with high levels of technical ability. This qualification opens up a broad spectrum of career opportunities in film and television and the wider creative industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 UCAS points. Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Relevant creative/design subjects are preferred. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. You'll be required to attend an interview and provide a portfolio of appropriate work. We'll expect you to present your work and demonstrate your experience. This will usually take the form of a portfolio of recent effects-related (or project-based) work. The quality of your portfolio will be judged alongside traditional UCAS point-bearing qualifications to determine the success of your application. Special consideration is given to applicants without the above qualifications who have a strong portfolio. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Home/EU tuition fee, first year of study; total course fee £29,370 Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee, first year of study; total course fee £52,500 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://evision.bolton.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=W730-D&code2=0003

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