Virtual Production

Academy of Live Technology
Postgraduate MSc (PG) Full-time 1 Year Computer games and animation

About this course

Virtual Production combines computer aided production and visualisation methods with live performance capture & real time visual effects.

The MSc Virtual Production programme aims to equip students with the artistic, technical and professional skills necessary to be creative innovators at the cutting edge of contemporary virtual production practice. During the programme you will examine such as performance capture, visualisation, digital systems integration, content creation and other contemporary technical challenge to and advanced level. All the modules are industry focused with opportunities for you to engage in placement activity as part of your research.

Alongside your professional skills development, you will develop key transferable skills such as critical reflection, communication, adaptability, problem solving, teamwork and leadership. We will give you the support to advance your and critical thinking skills in order to develop and establish your own area of specialism.

You will benefit from the opportunity to collaborate with industry peers and students on other courses, working together on shared modules and projects. Throughout the programme you will be supported to develop your own research and practice by our experienced staff team, extensive industry partners and masterclasses from established industry professionals.

The programme builds on Academy of Live Technology's close relationships with the Live Events Industry and offers an unrivalled opportunity for you to engage in live projects and develop plans for new creative opportunities coupled with a higher level of academic study and learning.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc (PG)

Location: South Kirkby

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc (PG)

Location: South Kirkby

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
5243 TV, video and audio servicers and repairers

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
South Kirkby
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Computer games and animation