Masters Degrees (Special Effects)

This MA responds to the pressing need for a high quality postgraduate degree serving the computer games and entertainment industries. Read more

The Digital Visual Effects MSc equips you with advanced skills, knowledge and understanding of high definition digital effects to help you become a highly skilled technical director (TD) in the visual effects industry. Read more

As contemporary societies become more heterogeneous, and as inclusive education reforms gain currency across the world, educational systems are being challenged to address some fundamental questions about teaching and learning related to the accommodation of and respect for difference. Read more

This course provides a thorough education in editing skills in a professional filmmaking environment – with every student working in their own editing suite. Read more

3D visualisation and animation play a role in many areas, and the popularity of these media just keeps growing. Read more

Our MSc Digital Media Production provides you with the skills and professional level expertise to create contemporary media products. Read more

Technical directors within the animation and games industries often have to work alongside computer animators and resolve technical problems either by configuring existing software tools or designing new tools. Read more

Immersive experiences, including virtual and augmented reality, are the most exciting new mediums to emerge in the 21st century. They can transport you to a new world that feels as real as the physical one around you, creating a totally unique experience for the user. Read more

This Graphic Design MA course is aimed at those who want to enhance their existing professional portfolio and expand their understanding of current and emerging trends in graphic design practice. Read more

This MA will develop your skills and creative vision in documentary production. It enhances your understanding of the historical context and contemporary modes of documentary production against a backdrop of the wider issues in media production. Read more

Medical art encompasses a wide range of applications from patient communication and information to medical teaching and training. Read more

MA Character Animation specialises in one area – animation of characters. You’ll build universal skills and contextual awareness based on an understanding of motion, characterisation and performance. Read more

The MA Filmmaking (Directing Fiction) is the premier place to develop your skills as a director, working on a range of projects from personal ‘essay’ films… Read more

The MA Filmmaking (Producing) will provide you with a thorough training in all aspects of producing – from the conception of an initial idea through to development, financing, production and release. Read more

The UBC Department of Computer Science, established in May 1968, is one of the top computer science departments in North America. Read more