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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Animation and Visual Effects (VFX)
Norwich University of the Arts
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course at Norwich University of the Arts.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C,C
You may also need to
Submit a portfolio
Most popular A-levels studied
The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course at Norwich University of the Arts features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Fine Art | B |
| Mathematics | A |
| Graphics | A |
| Art and Design | B |
| Computer Science | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Photography | B |
| Film Studies | B |
| Fine Art | B |
| Media Studies | B |
| Psychology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: W618
Here's what Norwich University of the Arts says about its Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course.
OVERVIEW
The BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects course at Norwich University of the Arts (Norwich) is designed to inspire and capture the imagination of its students, balancing fundamental principles with cutting edge techniques. We embrace creativity in all aspects of the course and aim for outcomes with artistry and storytelling at their core, which explore innovative methods of moving image creation and inspire new audiences.
KEY FEATURES
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Share the first-year curriculum with BA (Hons) Animation, allowing you to study the fundamental skills of thinking and working in animation and visual effects and provide students with a solid grounding in the basics needed for both disciplines
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Develop an understanding of visual/film language components such as narrative structure, design, colour and composition
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Work in relation to sustainability, diversity, and global contexts; question how the work you create, and the methods you use, can be used to make a difference to others
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Work towards project outcomes through a process of conceptualisation, experimentation and iteration, with each stage refining communication, meaning and resolve
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Learn the importance of collaborative working, presenting/pitching, time/project management, communication skills, responding to creative briefs, academic writing, and giving and receiving feedback
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Attend guest lectures and masterclasses, portfolio reviews, and participate in internal/external conferences, exhibitions and careers events, as appropriate
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Develop the observation, reflection, criticality, emotional intelligence, organisation and autonomy required of a contemporary artist together with an aptitude for problem solving
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Participate in a studio culture which facilitates peer-learning and helps build working relationships in support of collaborative practice
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From Year 2, specialise in either CGI (computer-generated imagery) or visual effects
YOUR FUTURE
By the end of your degree, you will have developed a professional portfolio of work and a plan to market to promote yourself and show your ‘creative edge’ to your employers. BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects prepares you to join Norwich graduates who have already gone on to work at ILM, DNeg, Framestore, The Mill, Epic Games, and more. The course is an active member of Access
, providing additional access to top visual effects houses, animation and games studios, and a graduate mentorship programme. It also prepares you with a transferable skillset that supports your career beyond the existing creative industries – where team working, collaboration, problem solving, an ability to research, and project manage are always highly desirable.OUR STUDENTS’ WORK
Explore our online showreel – celebrating the very best Norwich University of the Arts graduate work. Scroll each reel to explore at?nuagradshowcase.com
Source: Norwich University of the Arts
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Computer Arts and Technology
Location
Norwich University of the Arts | Norwich
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Animation
• Computer animation and visual effects
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,250 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £18,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £18,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
You can find more information about the content of the BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects course at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/ba-hons-animation-visual-effects/
How you will be assessed
The University assesses you through the coursework you produce as you complete each unit. Each unit will require you to present a portfolio of work which may include finished pieces of work, written work, your research, and a reflective journal which allows you to evaluate your learning and highlight your strengths and areas for further development. You can find out more information about our assessment methods at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/ba-hons-animation-visual-effects/#assessment
Norwich University of the Arts student reviews
Showing 27 reviews
2nd year student
1 year ago
They will always do their very best to include you. There are many clubs to join, some you may have not even heard of before and want to get into. There is always something for everything and the people who run it will make sure it is known about. Their most recent focus has been litter-picking and ...
2nd year student
1 year ago
As an introvert, I have surprisingly nothing bad to say about city life. It prepares you for the real world as all kinds of people are most likely to come up to you on the street. Night life is a little more wary, particularly on weekends, however it is something that comes with no matter where you ...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Cost of living is getting more and more unbearable each year. My parents cannot afford to support me for another one to two grand for a house in the city, as they were already helping to support me with my food costs. I am planning on commuting to my university for third year and my tutors have been...
2nd year student
1 year ago
The university provides its own building for its support and welfare services which is very accessible and close to other buildings. I have personally not had a good time with support services. A lot of my stress during university life has come to around housing. I cannot afford to live in Norwich f...
2nd year student
1 year ago
The facilities are great to use and the university never cheaps out when it comes to tech, seating, etc. This helps when you want get work done for hours at a time, as they also provide a cafu00e9 to make sure you can get something to eat. Lunch breaks can be quite hectic, as the seating eareas will...
2nd year student
1 year ago
My tutors have been really supportive through my time at university so far. I receive important feedback to the work I create and I find myself constantly improving. You are always learning from your environment, your peers and through your own trial and errors. It is both exciting and scary to work...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Norwich University of the Arts
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course at Norwich University of the Arts features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
70%
low
Teaching on my course
70%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
75%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
78%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
67%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
62%
low
Learning opportunities
66%
low
Learning opportunities
66%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
54%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
67%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
82%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
45%
low
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
82%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
67%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
91%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
68%
low
Academic support
84%
med
Academic support
84%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
79%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
62%
med
How well organised is your course?
49%
low
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
87%
med
Student voice
66%
low
Student voice
66%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
49%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
72%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
76%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
66%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
77%
low
Teaching on my course
77%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
78%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
90%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
76%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
67%
low
Learning opportunities
75%
med
Learning opportunities
75%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
72%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
79%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
81%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
65%
low
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
94%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
76%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
82%
low
Organisation and management
67%
med
Organisation and management
67%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
79%
med
How well organised is your course?
58%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
73%
med
Student voice
73%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
67%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
75%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
69%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
high
Student information
The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course at Norwich University of the Arts features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Norwich University of the Arts graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
70%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
15%
Information Technology Professionals
10%
Elementary occupations
5%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics
57%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
91%
In work, study or other activity
45%
Say it fits with future plans
30%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
26%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
11%
Elementary occupations
6%
Administrative occupations
6%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Norwich University of the Arts graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£19.7k
First year after graduation
Earnings
£19.3k
First year after graduation
£21.9k
Third year after graduation
£24.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Animation and Visual Effects (VFX).
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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Norwich University of the Arts is a specialist creative arts university. The only one of it's kind to win TEF Gold. We strive for critical thinkers and creative pioneers. For students-to-be, an immersive experience awaits, where creative exchange will empower you to imagine and create. If you are looking for a creative, innovative arts education in one of the UK's most livable cities, Norwich University of the Arts might be just the place for you.
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