Animation and VFX

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Computer science

Animation and VFX BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Wales Trinity Saint David, based in Swansea, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £23,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 120 UCAS points.

UCAS Points

120 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,500

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Our Animation and VFX degree programme offers an exciting opportunity to bring your creative visions to life. This course covers both the creative and technological developments in the field, including animated and virtual production design elements. By studying with us, you will have the chance to build a strong portfolio of studio production work, focusing on both Animation and VFX preparing you for a promising career in this dynamic industry.

Throughout the course, you will learn to manage the entire production cycle of digital animation and visual production artefacts. This will expand both your practical knowledge and intellectual knowledge of the subject. You will explore contemporary opportunities in Computer Animation and VFX creatively and imaginatively, considering the social and cultural context in which these works communicate.

Our dedicated Computer Animation facilities, featuring industry-standard software like MAYA, Z-Brush, and Unreal, support your learning with workshops on various production stages.

Your lectures and learning process will focus on developing your intellectual skills. This includes analysis, inventiveness, and critical assessment. These are designed to examine ideas and theories that will enhance your artistic abilities and technical skills.

The course covers a broad range of topics, providing you with creative skills and the ability to understand and apply technological developments. You will work on animation and VFX-focused work, which will be integral parts of your portfolio. These experiences will prepare you for professional practice in the games industry, film, and television.

You will also have opportunities to engage with virtual production design and animated content creation. This course ensures you develop problem-solving abilities and a comprehensive understanding of the production process, from initial concept to final product.

Our Animation and VFX programme equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in this dynamic field. By the end of the course, you will have a portfolio of work, showcasing your abilities in digital animation and visual production, ready to pursue a successful career in Animation and VFX.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 120 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Swansea
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£23,500