Explore the dynamic world of CGI and Visual Effects with the BA (Hons) CGI and Visual Effects (with year in industry) at Southampton Solent University. This undergraduate degree is crafted for aspiring artists and technicians passionate about creating compelling digital imagery for film, games, and architectural visualisation. You will delve into fundamental 3D content creation, industry-standard software, and the core techniques of the VFX pipeline, developing a strong visual intelligence and understanding of digital art production. This course is ideal if you seek to master the tools and artistic principles behind breathtaking visual experiences.
This full-time, on-campus programme spans four years, including a valuable year in industry, allowing you to gain practical experience alongside academic learning. You will develop skills in 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, rendering, animation, and complex compositing, with opportunities to explore real-time CGI, character development, and simulation. Your final year culminates in a significant Final Major Project, forming a key part of your professional portfolio. You will graduate with a Bachelor's degree and the practical, creative, and technical expertise demanded by the thriving CGI and VFX industries.