(BA) Hons
visual
effects.
The Course in 30 Seconds.
An Introduction.
Discover what the future of storytelling looks like in our innovative visual effects degree.
The 50 biggest box office movies of all time rely on visual effects and animation to tell their stories, with the UK leading the way for innovation. Yet, alongside the rapid growth of the VFX sector in recent years comes unprecedented demand for new talent. For dedicated people with an eye for detail, excellent problem solving skills and applied knowledge of contemporary techniques, there are unique opportunities in the VFX industry that span the globe.
In this forward thinking BA in Visual Effects, you’ll work with us to develop the artistic sensibilities, technical skills, and professional mindset that employers are looking for. You’ll develop your craft in a studio environment equipped with industry-standard kit - from digital cameras and workstations with the latest software, to game engines and virtual production solutions. Guided by specialist tutors with decades of experience in the VFX industry, you'll ask the critical question: what does the future of storytelling look like?
During your time with us you’ll develop capabilities in visualisation, CG, compositing, motion capture, virtual production, procedural techniques and much more - all supported by current insight into the state-of-play of the VFX industry, and where it is heading. You’ll build storytelling and 3D production skills that apply not just to filmmaking, but are highly transferable to animation, games and other forms of visual entertainment.
Attendance 3 years / Full time
UCAS code BS09
Year of entry 2022
Location Tobacco Factory, Bristol
Validated by Bath Spa University
The software industry in Bristol and Bath is going from strength to strength and the opportunities for the next generation of creative talent are expanding at an awesome rate. Candidates with a passion and aptitude for learning and willingness to challenge themselves and support their peers will always get ahead!.
Briony Phillips / Rocketmakers
The Structure.
BA (Hons) Visual Effects at boomsatsuma adopts a studio-based model that prioritises making, experimentation, and the pursuit of commercial grade images. You’ll learn from experienced VFX professionals, and benefit from the personalised advice and support that comes from learning within a small cohort of students.
Each year you’ll work towards a VFX showreel that demonstrates technique, captures your creative ideas, and supports the next step in your career journey. Along the way you’ll work on a range of projects that explore specific techniques, while focusing intently on storytelling at every step.
Indicative Tools: Adobe Creative Cloud, Maya (Autodesk), Nuke (Foundry), Media Composer (AVID), Resolve (DaVinci), ZBrush (Pixologic), Houdini (SideFX), Unity and Unreal, various other utility tools, and motion capture and virtual production solutions.
Year One
Year Two
Year Three
Why boomsatsuma?
Our vision is to fuel creative industries with a confident and talented workforce of diverse and empowered individuals. If you want to be part of that revolution, we need to talk…
We’re doing education differently; closing the gap between your degree and the creative industries you want to work in by giving you realistic and honest pathways. We work directly with key industry partners to construct agile and relevant courses designed to fill true industry gaps.
Our course leaders are talented and inspiring industry professionals who give you the edge with powerful insights and training. With capped course sizes, we don’t just tick boxes, we put YOU first; letting you focus on your passion with bespoke and tailored learning in open and inclusive, creative environments. You’ll get the qualifications you need to progress into your career, but you’ll also enter your creative industry with the work ethic, confidence and skill to absolutely smash it.
The Space.
You’ll be studying in Tobacco Factory, Bristol - a creative and innovative hub in the heart of the city. The building is one of the last survivors from the vast Imperial Tobacco site; saved from demolition by architect George Ferguson.
Today, it is a multi-purpose building that is home to not only boomsatsuma Degrees, but also a lively Cafe Bar, Makers Market, meeting spaces, the offices of several creative organisations, a performing art school. The building is also home to Tobacco Factory Theatres – one of the most exciting performance venues in the country.