Computer Animation and Visual Effects Bachelors & Masters in London

Program University Student satis­faction Unem­ployed Drop­out Tuition (UK) Tuition (Inter­national) UCAS Tariff City
Kingston University 52% 0% 7% £5291 £8470 117 Kingston upon Thames On campus Part-time
Middlesex University 82% 0% 5% £52 £68 108 London On campus Part-time
Brunel University 79% 5% 34% £9250 £19280 115 Uxbridge On campus Full-time
Brunel University 79% 5% 34% £9250 £19855 115 Uxbridge On campus Full-time
University of West London 50% 10% 20% £9250 £13250 109 Ealing On campus Full-time
University of West London 50% 10% 20% £9250 £13250 109 Ealing On campus Full-time
Middlesex University 92% 5% 10% £9250 £14000 106 London On campus Full-time
Morley College - - - £6165 - - London On campus Full-time
Westminster Kingsway College - - - £6000 - - London On campus Full-time
Pearson College London 52% 0% 7% £9250 - 117 London On campus Full-time
Pearson College London 82% 0% 5% £9250 - 108 London On campus Full-time
Pearson College London 52% 0% 7% £9250 - 117 London On campus Full-time
Pearson College London 40% 0% 15% £9250 - 116 London On campus Full-time
Goldsmiths, University of London 92% 5% 10% - - 106 London On campus Full-time
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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Computer Animation and Visual Effects

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Sep 29, 2021
All courses of UK

Current jobs

Among graduates of Computer Animation and Visual Effects who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

Job in line with future plans

Utilise skills from studies

Work is meaningful

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Sep 29, 2021

Specialisations within Computer Animation and Visual Effects

  • 3D Modelling
  • Lighting Technician
  • Animation
  • Composition
  • Computer Animation Directing
  • Storyboard
  • Cartoon

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Computer Animation and Visual Effects

  • Ability to create and implement high quality VFX
  • Strong visual awareness and artistic ability
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Lateral thinking skills
  • Enthusiasm to learn and develop professionally
  • Knowledge of 3D animation software
  • Communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
  • Ability to follow production methodologies
  • Attention to detail
  • Understanding of compositing process
  • Photographic skills
  • Ability to interpret feedback
  • First- class time and project management skills

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Computer Animation and Visual Effects who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

% Skilled jobs

Jobs of graduates of Computer Animation and Visual Effects (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Computer Animation and Visual Effects at Brunel University

30% Information Technology Professionals
15% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
10% Elementary occupations
10% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10% Artistic, literary and media occupations
5% Sales occupations
5% Process, plant and machine operatives
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Sep 29, 2021

Grading Distribution

Students of Computer Animation and Visual Effects in the UK received the following grades.

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) 2016

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Computer Animation and Visual Effects

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Sep 29, 2021
All courses of UK
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FAQ

The median salary of graduates of Computer Animation and Visual Effects was £21726 15 months after graduation, £18599 3 years after graduation and £23105 5 years after graduation.

Virtual and Augmented Reality at Goldsmiths, University of London received the highest rating among all graduates in the National Student Survey year with a rating of 92 out of 100 among 8 respondents.