Overview

This Visual Effects for Games and Real-Time Media (Hons) degree from Abertay University is perfect for aspiring VFX artists who want to develop technical expertise and imaginative storytelling skills. Unlike other VFX degrees, this course focuses on real-time methods. That means creating effects that you can see, hear and feel, using professional software like Houdini and game engines such as Unreal Engine, alongside other programming and software tools.

Career opportunities

The real-time VFX industry is growing rapidly as games technology is used in new areas like TV, film and immersive events. The global immersive entertainment market is forecast to reach £351bn by 2030. This means there's a growing demand for professionals who have skills in real-time VFX.

Learning industry standard software and using virtual studio facilities like COSTAR mean you'll be prepared for a range of roles including:

Technical Artist.

VFX Pipeline TD.

Virtual Production Supervisor.

Simulation and Procedural FX Developer.

Audio Programmer.

Immersive Experience Developer.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Hardware Architecture and Operating Systems

Programming with C++

Games Programming

Software Design

Game Audio Assets and Middleware

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Visual Arts Game Design Digital Media View 130 other Bachelors in Digital Media in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

All applicants must have a pass in Maths - National 5 grade C or GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent. National 5 Lifeskill Maths and Application of Maths NOT accepted in lieu of Maths.

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Tuition Fees

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17950 GBP / year

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1820 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Tuition fees for students from England, Northern Ireland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland: £9,790 / year

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

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