3D Animation and Visualisation Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Course Overview - 3D Animation and Visualisation Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
If you want to be an artist and animator for the next generation of games, apps, movies and streaming shows, this course is for you.
Bring ideas to life as you build immersive virtual worlds and compelling characters for 3D games and film.
We aim to develop your traditional art skills with the latest creative technologies for games, film and VFX industries.
You’ll learn using the latest industry software and hardware, working in open plan studio spaces. We also have a VR lab and green screen and audio facilities.
Develop skills and techniques in:<...
If you want to be an artist and animator for the next generation of games, apps, movies and streaming shows, this course is for you.
Bring ideas to life as you build immersive virtual worlds and compelling characters for 3D games and film.
We aim to develop your traditional art skills with the latest creative technologies for games, film and VFX industries.
You’ll learn using the latest industry software and hardware, working in open plan studio spaces. We also have a VR lab and green screen and audio facilities.
Develop skills and techniques in:
* 3D modelling
* digital sculpting
* surfacing and texturing
* rigging
* animation
* lighting
* rendering
* VFX compositing
You’ll gain valuable advice from industry professionals, with a strong focus on practical, real-world outcomes and career-ready skills.
You'll be working on live briefs and hands-on projects that mirror professional practice. You’ll also have opportunities to take your experience further through internships and placements, helping you step confidently into the industry.
Why choose this course?
* GCU is ranked 1st in Scotland and 6th in the UK for Computer Games and Animation (Daily Mail University Guide 2026), giving you confidence in the quality of your degree.
* Work on live, team-based VFX and games projects, building real-world experience and a strong portfolio.
* Learn in state-of-the-art facilities, including a VR lab, green screen and professional audio studios.
* Gain a degree accredited by ScreenSkills, helping prepare you for careers in the creative industries.
Careers
You’ll leave with the creative and technical skills necessary for gaming, media and tech industries. We aim to teach you transferable skills for a variety of industry styles, including full-time employment and freelancing.
Graduates have gone on to work in the following roles: modeller, animator, rigger, texture artist, environment artist, lighting artist, VFX artist and prop artist.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-06
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A60-I05
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
to include Art & Design or Graphic Design
T Level
in relevant subject must include Art and Design
Scottish HNC
Year 2 Entry: 15 credit HNC 3D Computer Animation or equivalent with B in Graded Unit
Scottish HND
HND 3D Computer Animation or equivalent with B in Graded Unit
Scottish Higher
to include Art & Design or Graphic Communication
Access to HE Diploma
offer-merit: 45.0
60 credits overall with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit in a relevant Art and Design subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26 points including HL Visual Arts at 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in relevant Art & Design subject
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
to include Art & Design
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £15,700 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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