Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design )

Bedford Park (Adelaide)

 

INTAKE: Mar & Jul

Program Overview

Flinders University offers an innovative Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design) program designed for students passionate about visual storytelling, digital artistry, and entertainment design. This undergraduate degree combines artistic creativity with technical skills to prepare students for careers in visual effects, animation, game design, and immersive entertainment industries.

Curriculum: The curriculum of the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design) at Flinders University integrates foundational art and design courses with specialized subjects in 3D modeling, animation principles, digital compositing, concept development, and visual effects production techniques. Students engage in hands-on projects and workshops using industry-standard software and equipment.

Research Focus: Flinders University fosters a research-oriented approach within its Visual Effects and Entertainment Design program, encouraging students to explore innovative techniques in visual storytelling, animation technology, virtual reality, and augmented reality. Faculty and students collaborate on research projects that push boundaries in digital artistry and entertainment design, preparing graduates to lead in creative industries.

Industry Engagement: Recognizing the importance of industry relevance, Flinders University maintains strong connections with leading studios, production companies, and digital agencies. The program offers opportunities for internships, industry placements, and collaborative projects with industry partners. Students gain practical experience, mentorship from industry professionals, and exposure to real-world production pipelines.

Global Perspective: Flinders University promotes a global perspective in its Visual Effects and Entertainment Design program through international collaborations, guest lectures by global industry experts, and study abroad opportunities. Students benefit from exposure to diverse artistic styles, cultural influences, and international best practices in visual effects and entertainment design. This global outlook prepares graduates to thrive in a competitive global market and contribute to global entertainment projects.

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Location

Bedford Park (Adelaide)

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Score

IELTS 6

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Tuition Fee

AUD 30500

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 70% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

  • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 or 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
  • TOEFL: Overall score of 72 with a minimum of 18 in each section.
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 50 with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Flinders University is recognizing and rewarding the academic excellence and achievements of international students. The university offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid opportunities to help ease the financial burden of pursuing higher education in Australia. 

Flinders University Scholarship for International Students: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs. It offers a partial tuition fee waiver, making education more accessible.

Australia Awards Scholarships: These scholarships are offered in collaboration with the Australian government and are aimed at students from participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region. They provide financial support for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

Flinders Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is dedicated to supporting high-achieving students across various fields of study. It covers a portion of the tuition fees for international students.

Flinders Humanitarian Scholarship Fund: Designed to assist refugees and humanitarian entrants, this scholarship provides financial support to cover tuition fees and contribute to living expenses.

Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships: These scholarships are funded by the Australian government and are available to international students for study, research, or professional development in Australia. They cover a range of academic fields.

Country-specific Scholarships: Flinders University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may include tuition fee waivers or financial support.

Faculty-specific Scholarships: Some faculties and departments within Flinders University offer scholarships to international students pursuing degrees in particular fields of study. These scholarships may include financial assistance and academic support.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design) program at Flinders University are equipped with a unique blend of artistic creativity and technical skills, preparing them for diverse and exciting career opportunities in the entertainment and digital media industries. 

Visual Effects Artist: Graduates can pursue careers as visual effects artists, specializing in creating digital effects, compositing, and integrating CGI elements into live-action footage for films, television shows, commercials, and video games.

3D Modeler/Animator: With skills in 3D modeling and animation, graduates can work as 3D modelers or animators, developing characters, environments, and visual effects sequences for animation studios, game development companies, and advertising agencies.

Concept Artist: Graduates may specialize as concept artists, creating visual concepts and designs for characters, environments, and props in film, animation, video games, and virtual reality projects.

Game Designer: Knowledge of entertainment design prepares graduates for roles as game designers, responsible for designing gameplay mechanics, levels, and visual elements for video games across various platforms.

Motion Graphics Designer: Graduates can work as motion graphics designers, creating animated graphics and visual effects for broadcast media, title sequences, promotional videos, and digital marketing campaigns.

Storyboard Artist: Graduates with strong storytelling skills can pursue careers as storyboard artists, visualizing scenes and sequences through illustrations and helping directors and producers plan visual narratives in film, animation, and television production.

Digital Matte Painter: Specializing in digital matte painting, graduates create realistic or fantastical backgrounds and environments for films, television shows, and video games using digital painting techniques and 3D modeling tools.

Virtual Reality (VR) Designer: With expertise in immersive entertainment design, graduates can work as VR designers, creating virtual reality experiences, interactive simulations, and virtual environments for applications in gaming, education, healthcare, and architecture.

Art Director: Graduates may advance to roles as art directors, overseeing the visual style and artistic direction of projects in film, animation, gaming, or advertising, leading teams of artists and designers to achieve creative visions.


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