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Why not start your Special Effects Development Degree at Coleg Harlech?
Tutor: Graham Hall
It is possible to study the first year of the University
of Bolton Special Effects Development degree course at Coleg Harlech.
About the course - (this information is provided by the University
of Bolton).
This new course has been designed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing special
effects industry. Covering a wide range of areas from computer generated imagery
(CGI) to effects model making and pyrotechnics, this course has a large practical
element, with students working in multi-year teams on real special effects projects.
The BSc route is designed for students who wish to study the more technical
and managerial aspects of the special effects industry whilst the BDes is more
suited to those who wish to pursue a focus on media, model effects and character
prosthetic production.
What you will learn
These courses give you the chance to develop a portfolio of work, gain experience
and develop your skills in teamwork and project management. In addition they
offer the chance to study in various academic disciplines, including video production,
computing, product design, materials engineering, audio engineering and creative
design. The course is made up of modules covering various aspects of designing
and making models/sets, and the use of digital compositing, animation and CGI
to create visual effects used in film, TV and commercials.
Special features
Due to the variety of skills areas explored, during all levels of the course
you will have the opportunity to develop skills in either a technical or more
creative manner. The options chosen determine whether you are awarded a BSc
or a BDes in the subject.
- Purpose-built Design Studio with rapid prototyping and 3D scanning facilities.
- Dedicated digital media studio with Chroma Key facilities.
- Dedicated special effect modelling workshops.
- High definition production facilities.
- Pyrotechnical expertise.
- Specialist visualisation modules.
- Animatronics design.
Careers and professional development
The courses have been specifically designed to meet the needs of the industry.
You may undertake work placements, ranging from one month to twelve months,
with a regional visual effects studio, working on commercial projects and at
the same time, being supervised and mentored to deliver final end-of-year projects.
The pathway equips you for business careers in the areas of film, commercials
and television visual effects production.
If you wish to apply you will need to follow the standard UCAS
procedure. The course reference is W619.
Please feel free to contact Graham Hall for any further information and to
arrange an informal interview by ringing
Student Admissions 01766 781900 or email info@fc.harlech.ac.uk
Nicki Walker is one of the students currently following a degree course
at Coleg Harlech
"I’ve chosen to do the first year of the degree at Coleg Harlech because for someone like me who’s been out of education for a long time, it’s ideal, it’s a much more intimate setup than University and the tutors are able to offer more support."
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