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BSc (Hons) Visual Effects for Games and Real-Time Media

Location

Dundee, GB, Dundee, United Kingdom
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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

17,950 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

03 Aug, 2026Application Deadline

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Combine strong technical expertise in visual effects (VFX) with game programming and creative design skills. Learn to develop visual and audio effects for real-time media such as games, film, TV, immersive experiences and more.

Our degree is perfect for aspiring VFX artists who want to develop technical expertise and imaginative storytelling skills. Unlike other VFX degrees, this course focuses on real-time methods. That means creating effects that you can see, hear and feel, using professional software like Houdini and game engines such as Unreal Engine, alongside other programming and software tools.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Combine strong technical expertise in visual effects (VFX) with game programming and creative design skills. Learn to develop visual and audio effects for real-time media such as games, film, TV, immersive experiences and more.

Our degree is perfect for aspiring VFX artists who want to develop technical expertise and imaginative storytelling skills. Unlike other VFX degrees, this course focuses on real-time methods. That means creating effects that you can see, hear and feel, using professional software like Houdini and game engines such as Unreal Engine, alongside other programming and software tools.

Admission Requirements

6+
105+
169+
24+
1050+
11+
2.8+
26+
77+
59+
78+
All applicants must have a pass in Maths - National 5 grade C or GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent. National 5 Lifeskill Maths and Application of Maths NOT accepted in lieu of Maths.

03 Aug 2026
4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

International
17,950 GBP

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