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BA (Hons) Live Visual Design & Production

Academy of Live Technology (formerly Backstage Academy)

UCAS Code: W990 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Entry requirements


A level

C,C-A,E

• Two A level -levels at grades CC / BD / AE • Three A level -levels at grades DDE • One AVCE Double Award at grades CC

Access to HE Diploma

D:6,M:3,P:36

Students would usually be expected to complete their Access to HE Diploma. • 45 credits at level 3 (6 distinction, 3 merit, 36 pass) • 45 credits at level 3 (3 distinction, 9 merit, 33 pass)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MM

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MPP

Scottish Higher

C,D-B,B,D

• Two Advanced Highers at grades CD • Three Highers at grades BBD

UCAS Tariff

64

• One Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma

About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

**BA (Hons) Live Visual Design & Production is a groundbreaking degree that will prepare you for an exciting career in live experience and entertainment, creating cutting-edge visual experiences for global audiences. Professionals with this skillset are in increasing demand in virtual productions, TV & film, esports, live events, music, theatre and corporate events.**

You'll build virtual worlds with gaming platforms like Unreal Engine, experiment with immersive technology such as virtual reality and motion tracking and create interactive visual experiences with projection mapping and LED walls.

Teaching is project-based and practical. During your degree, you’ll learn from masterclasses with industry experts, work on real-world commercial projects and access industry work placements. You'll use industry-leading software, technology and equipment, to explore the creative, technical and production elements of live visuals.

**This course is ideal for you if you're interested in and would like to explore:**
- Virtual and augmented reality (AR & VR)

- World-building, video and interactive game design

- Generative content creation - using software to automatically generate content in real-time

- Technical systems design

- Projection systems and technologies

- Large format LED systems (including video walls)

- Immersive and interactive spaces

- Industry-standard hardware and software

- 2D & 3D design and modelling

- Collaborating with other professionals

**Why study at the Academy of Live Technology?**
Our specialist courses have been developed with careers in mind. You’ll have access to work experience opportunities and award-winning partnerships to help you prepare for the world of work ahead of you.

When you study at the Academy of Live Technology, you’ll learn in a unique creative environment where some of the world’s greatest productions are put together. You’ll be taught by experts who bring their years of industry experience to your learning. You’ll see theory come to life as you get hands-on while you study.

The course is regulated by the Office for Students.

Assessment methods

As well as traditional lectures, seminars and tutorials your learning will be enhanced with visits from guest speakers and masterclass seminars from industry experts, international case studies, workshops and more importantly opportunities to work on live projects as part of both practical modules and work placement; giving you unique insights and a thorough understanding of the visual production industry operating in international markets and in a range of sectors. Assessment is via a range of methods, from developing a portfolio of your work and skills, to practical assessment and research projects.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£9,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

Extra funding

As part of our commitment to access and widening participation, we offer a range of bursary and additional financial support for prospective students. There is also a hardship fund available to eligible students who experience financial crisis.

To find out more, please contact us on 01977 659880 or email [email protected]

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