Masters Degrees (Visual Effects)

All programs are offered within the Division of Visual Computing in the School of Computing, with significant collaboration with the departments of Art and Performing Arts. Read more

Develop your specialism within creative technology on this flexible master’s course. You’ll hone your ability to work collaboratively with like-minded professionals. Read more

Computer animation is used across so many creative industries, from computer games and advertising, to television and film. If you're ready to learn the skills you need to work in the exciting computer animation industry – and take your education to the next level too – this is the Master's course for you. Read more

MA 3D Computer Animation is a practice-led course that explores both the theory and practice of digital 3D animation in film, television, games and interactive applications. Read more

MA Animation is a taught MA, with equal value placed on developing your authorial voice, unique vision and creative originality, alongside your advanced technical skills and professional practice development. Read more

If you are considered a Home applicant for fees purposes and do not require a Student Visa, we are accepting applications onto this course for September 2023 entry until 4 September. Read more

This MA will enhance your narrative skills as an editor of fiction for film and television. This Masters is a pathway of  MA Filmmaking , so that in addition to your specialised training you will collaborate with students across all specialisms on a variety of film projects. Read more

Boost your existing skill set with this one year, bespoke MSc Creative Technologies degree course, where you can choose to specialise in computer games technology, computer animation, or music technology. Read more

This unique 12-month course aims to prepare you for a successful future in broadcast multi-camera studios. It is run in partnership with Sky, the UK’s largest pay-TV broadcaster. Read more

Launch your model/prop making career with our specialist course. Read more

Advancements in technology and the boom of the VFX industry have made computer animation one of the fastest growing industries, with an estimated value of £1.6bn in the UK only (source  Creative UK ). Read more

Gain a 360 degree understanding of film production. Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career from screenwriter to VFX artist, director to sound recordist and more, this course will allow you to explore a variety avenues and behind the scenes roles within filmmaking. Read more

Take your vision mixing career to the next level in live and pre-recorded TV. There is nothing quite like cutting a live TV show. Read more

Are you interested in pursuing a career in 3D Animation? Whether you want to create animation for TV, film, the web, or games, this part-time, flexible course can help you develop the vital skills you need to succeed in this sector, while fitting around your current commitments. Read more

The MA Animation programme at Kingston School of Art takes a creative and director-led approach to interdisciplinary moving image production. Read more