Overview

Technological innovations have redefined how films are made and the way special effects are created. This course will allow you to develop your specialist skills and knowledge of digital technology. It will provide you with an opportunity to use some new digital tools, and develop your skills, methods and techniques in the use of this exciting technology both creatively and technically.

You will produce professional quality products, working on production and post-production special effects using state-of-the-art digital tools and solutions. This course will offer you the opportunity to build and develop your existing portfolio of work to help you break into this innovative industry.

Core Modules

• 3D Computer Technologies 
• Sound, Music and Image 
• Video, Post Production and Special FX
• Creative Technologies Context 
• Integrated Group Project 
• Major Individual Project 

Entry Requirements

In addition to the University entry requirements, you will require either a free degree in a related subject with evidence of a substantial technological component, or in a technological subject with evidence of creative ability, or a relevant professional qualification with supporting evidence of appropriate work through a professional portfolio.

Key facts

Course Code: CDVSF/DDVSF/MDVSF

Place of study: Headingley Campus

Start date: September or January

Length of study: Full-time 1 year. Part-time 2 years.

Career prospects

Successful completion of a programme of study tailored to your own requirements can lead to a career in the following creative industries: audio, multimedia, music & music production, digital animation, video, games, interactive & entertainment technology, web design, DVD production, film, television and radio.