Bachelor in Games Animation Modelling And Effects Including Foundation Year Bsc Hons

Tuition fees for Bachelor in Games Animation Modelling And Effects Including Foundation Year Bsc Hons are 23,887 USD per year. Applications for the Sep 2026 intake close on Aug 31, 2026.

Graduates of this programme are prepared for diverse roles across the creative industries, including positions as concept artists, technical artists, texture specialists, VFX artists, character modelers, animators, and graphic designers. By bridging the gap between artistic vision and technical implementation, students emerge equipped to contribute to professional game development studios and digital media production teams.

This four-year degree incorporates an intensive foundation year, making it an ideal pathway for applicants who may not meet the standard entry requirements for a three-year undergraduate degree. The curriculum is meticulously crafted in collaboration with computer games professionals and the industry body TIGA to ensure students develop both the creative flair and the technical proficiency demanded by real-world employers.

Integrated Industry Workflows

• VFX & Animation: Master industry-standard software such as Houdini, Maya, and NUKE to create procedural content and seamless visual effects.
• Character & Environment Modelling: Gain expertise in ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Marvelous Designer to produce high-fidelity assets.
• Game & Level Design: Learn to implement designs within Unreal Engine and Unity, working in cross-disciplinary teams alongside games programming students to mirror the collaborative nature of the games industry.
• Technical Artistry: Develop essential scripting skills in C#, Python, and MEL to bridge the gap between creative assets and game engine functionality.

The foundation year (Year 0) fosters a multidisciplinary environment where you will engage with students from various creative fields, building the confidence and academic skills necessary for the subsequent three years of specialized study. You will graduate with the same full BSc (Hons) qualification as students on the standard three-year route, fully prepared to hit the ground running in a competitive, fast-paced digital sector.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.