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The N.I digital media production sector is growing rapidly, especially after the success of HBO’s Game of Thrones, the BBC’s The Fall and epic action film The Northman (2022) by Robert Eggers – which were all filmed, here, in Northern Ireland. To meet the industry demand, this new course will introduce you to the creative and technical aspects of digital media production, specialising in Visual Effects. From filming and editing to VFX compositing, this course will develop your skills and understanding of concepts relating to the digital media production industry.
Students will be guided through the production process: from concept through to final product, including specific workshops in essential skills building, incorporating Film and TV production, Motion graphics, 3D Modelling and Animation and post-production Visual Effects.
Students will have the opportunity to understand various specialisms and their history, modern techniques and common codes and conventions within the industry.
By the completion of the Visual Effects Course, students will leave with industry connections, professional experience through project work/live briefs, and an online professional portfolio.
Core areas assessed will be based around informing ideas, problem solving, technical skills, professional practice, and communication.
Over the two years on the course, you will work on several projects, focusing on Visual Effects.
You will be taught using the latest, and leading, industry standard applications including:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Substance Painter
- Unreal Game Engine
- Autodesk Maya
Content covered over the two years will harness your skills in areas including:
- Core Visual Effects Skills e.g compositing, rotoscoping, motion tracking
- 3D Modelling and Animation
- Motion Graphics
- Filmmaking and editing
- Individual / Group Projects
- Understanding the Visual Effects Industry
- Portfolio Development
During your time on the course, you will be given access to high-end development workstations, industry-level software, DSLR/Video Cameras, and sound production/lighting equipment as part of the projects you work on.
Please link to our YouTube channel: Level 3 Visual Effects Belfast Met - YouTube
For more info and examples of student work: https://l3vfx.my.canva.site/
Please check our out Pre Entry Advice video below.
Applicants must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or equivalent.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for FE Courses
APL allows you to use evidence from prior learning or experience to gain entry onto a course at Belfast Met. Belfast Met will work with you to make sure that relevant learning or work experience is formally recognised through the APL Process. For more information see Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) Process - Guidance for applicants. If you would like more information, or if you decide you would like to use the APL process, please contact the Course Co-ordinator. Contact details are provided at the end of these slides and on the course details page on Belfast Met website.
This course is assessed through 100% coursework and is equivalent to three A Levels.
The course is 100% coursework focused and will combine both theory and practical elements. If required, you will also undertake Essential Skills in Literacy and/or Numeracy.
Careers
Successful completion of level 3 will give you a solid foundation in the VFX pipeline and prepare you for further study such as a Level 5 to enter a career in VFX, or if you prefer you can progress onto one of our Foundation Degrees. For the following occupations:
Foundation Degree in Digital Art & Animation for Visual Effects and Virtual Production – Animator, Motion Graphics Designer, Virtual or augmented reality content developer in TV/Film/Games/ Immersive or visual effects sectors
Level 5 HND in Creative Media Production (Game Development) – Gaming Programmer, Creative Director, Character Designer, Virtual or augmented reality content developer in TV/Film/Games/ Immersive or visual effects sectors
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- Art & Design
- Animation
- TV & Film
- Virtual Reality Development
- Augmented reality Development
- Interactive Design
- Interactive Media
- Design
- Creativity
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