Virtual Production (with foundation year) - London BSc (Hons)
- Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
- Typical Offer: 64 UCAS tariff points
- UCAS Code(s): I152
- Start Date(s): September
- Duration: Four years, full-time
- Study Mode(s): Full-time
- Campus: Confetti London
Introduction:
This degree is delivered at our Confetti London Campus in Whitechapel.
Why study a foundation year?
The integrated foundation year at Confetti London is the perfect choice for those wanting to gain valuable knowledge and insight of the creative and entertainment industries before specialising in their chosen degree at Confetti.
You’ll learn all about the creative and entertainment industries, spending time in lectures, seminars, and practical settings. The assessment methods are also the same as the other degree years, with a mixture of exams and essays, so you’ll be fully prepared to start your full honours degree.
After completing your foundation year, you'll join Year One of your chosen degree with the confidence and knowledge to successfully continue your studies
About the course
From The Mandalorian on Disney+ to the BBC’s coverage of Tokyo 2020, this rapidly growing area of content production creates an environment where physical and digital content co-exist and interact in real-time.
With VP studios being built across the world, the screen sector is facing unprecedented demand for graduates with the right skillset to support this new way of working.
The key aim of this course is to develop graduates who are creative practitioners equipped with the technical skillset to work in and shape the emerging Virtual Production industry.
What you’ll study
This course will teach you how to work with the latest immersive technologies in cutting-edge facilities that rival those you will find in the industry, whilst being able to apply a fundamental understanding of how real time engines can be used to produce in-camera visual effects.
Additionally, you'll develop skills in a range of roles and responsibilities across the workflow of Virtual Production and will be able to work within the Virtual Production environment and calibrate technology efficiently to achieve consistent outputs.
Explore (20 Credit Points)
This module will provide an introduction into the creative industries, exploring the history and development of these industries, with a particular focus on ethical and sustainable issues and the cultural and economic impact the creative industries have on society.
Through a series of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, you will gain an understanding of the different sectors of the creative industries and the various roles within them. You will learn about the key trends that are shaping these industries, as well as the challenges and opportunities that they face in a rapidly evolving digital age.
The module will also explore the ways in which creativity and innovation are nurtured and developed within these industries, from the ideation process to the execution of a final product. You will be encouraged to think critically and creatively about the role of these industries in society and the potential impact that they can have on culture and the economy.
Create (20 Credit Points)
This module focuses on the process of product development within the creative industries. Through a series of lectures, workshops, and practical exercises, you will learn about the key stages of product planning, including market research, ideation, prototyping, testing, and launch.
The module will also explore the unique challenges faced by creative industries, such as intellectual property rights, audience engagement, and changing trends in consumer behaviour. You will work in groups to create a product for a specific sector of the creative industries, and will be encouraged to think critically and creatively about the product you are developing, considering factors such as target audience, product features, and distribution.
Evaluate (20 Credit Points)
Develop your self-evaluation skills in relation to practical work within your field of study. The module is designed to encourage you to evaluate the effectiveness of your work based on feedback and self-assessment.
Through a series of workshops, practical exercises, and assignments, you will learn how to evaluate your work against set criteria, such as quality, innovation, creativity, and impact. You will also learn how to set achievable goals for your own personal and professional development.
The module will emphasize the importance of effective communication, both written and verbal, in the evaluation process. You will learn how to provide constructive feedback to others and how to receive and act on feedback in a positive way.
Present (20 Credit Points)
Having the essential skills required for presenting and showcasing work effectively within a professional setting is paramount for those looking to work in the creative industries. This module will help you develop the practical tools and techniques necessary to present your work confidently, persuasively, and professionally.
You will learn how to prepare and deliver presentations, both written and verbal. The module will cover a range of topics, including creating effective visual aids, storytelling, audience engagement, and time management.
The module will emphasise the importance of understanding the needs and expectations of different audiences and how to tailor presentations accordingly. You will also learn how to effectively communicate the key messages of your work and how to answer questions and respond to feedback in a professional manner.
Produce (20 Credit Points)
This module focuses on the practical skills and techniques required to create successful products within the creative industries. The module is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in the creation of work appropriate to your specialist area of study.
Through a combination of workshops, practical exercises, and assignments, you will gain experience in the use of various tools and software commonly used in the creative industries, such as design software, prototyping tools, and project management software.
You will work individually or in teams to create a product developing essential skills in project management, creativity, and problem-solving. You will also learn about the importance of sustainability and ethical considerations in the product creation process.
The module will emphasise the role of the creative industries in shaping culture and society, and the importance of creating products that are both innovative and responsible.
Reflect (20 Credit Points)
This module will enable you to develop the tools and techniques necessary to reflect critically on your work and progress by examining your own thought processes, problem-solving strategies, and decision-making skills.
You will also learn how to set achievable goals for your own personal and professional development. The module will emphasise the importance of effective communication, both written and verbal, in the reflective process.
You will learn how to express your thoughts and feelings effectively and how to provide constructive feedback to others. By the end of the module, you will have developed a set of self-reflection skills that will be valuable throughout your professional career, and will have a better understanding of your own strengths and weaknesses.
Virtual Asset Development (40 credit points)
From initial look development to production-ready models and environments, asset development within Virtual Production is the responsibility of the Virtual Art Department.
This module will allow you to learn and develop the skills required to work with industry-standard software to create camera-ready assets for production, such as objects, animals and props.
During this module you will work alongside a client to develop a portfolio of assets which you will present at the end of the module. By the end you will evidence 80 hours of work like experience.
Real Time Engines (40 credit points)
Virtual Production combines virtual and augmented reality with real time engine technologies to enable production crews to see their scenes unfold as they are composed and captured on set.
This module will teach you how to use and integrate real time engines with traditional and emerging technologies in order to see image output in real time to a live LED wall and produce final-pixel imagery, completely in camera.
You will create a portfolio of assets using real-time engines in order to evidence the learning outcomes for this module.
Visualisation (20 credit points)
In this module students will learn about the role of Visualisation in Virtual Production.
Visualisation is the starting point of a production and its ability to leverage real time technologies means it has become the cornerstone of effective virtual production.
Visualisation is used to convey the creative intent of a shot or sequence. Visualisation can take the form of Pitchvis, Previs, Virtual Scouting, Techvis, and Postvis.
You will engage in research and enquiry to develop knowledge regarding the different factions of Visualisation in order to meet the learning outcomes for this module.
Virtual Cinematography (20 credit points)
Virtual Production is changing the role of the on-set cinematographer. This module will allow you to explore the relationship between real-world camera technology and the virtual equivalent across a wide range of Virtual Production contexts.
In this module you will learn how virtual cinematography simulates real-world camera characteristics,
including optical properties, camera format, aspect ratio, and movement.
You will develop a portfolio of asset using virtual cameras and will also work with real cameras to study and learn how they interact with in-camera visual effects presented on an LED volume.
Advanced Asset Production (40 credit points)
This module will teach you to create complex virtual environments for use in a Virtual Production studio. You will also be introduced to the use of augmented and immersive technologies and the role they play in asset creation.
To evidence the learning outcomes for this module you will develop a complex environment within a real time engine.
You will provide a technical breakdown video that 'stitches' together a series of videos that tracks the development of the environment from initial conception through to final pixel output on an LED volume.
You will be expected to provide a reflective audio commentary on each video to demonstrate the application of your knowledge.
Studio Management (40 credit points)
You will be introduced to the Virtual Production studio more commonly known as a Volume. You will learn how to assemble and operate studio equipment safely and efficiently in readiness for producing high-end content.
You will develop a portfolio of work to evidence the learning outcomes for this module that includes detailed analysis of the technologies used within a Virtual Production studio, comprehensive plans for the acquisition of content within a studio environment and a final video artefact of content produced within a Virtual Production studio.
Performance Capture (20 credit points)
Performance capture is an advanced form of motion capture that is the process of recording the actions of human actors, their faces, fingers, and captures subtle facial expressions.
In this module you will learn how to work with actors in the capture of facial and body movements to use with character assets for advanced visualisation, such as stunt vis and tech vis.
You will plan and prepare for performance capture of actors and/or performers in order to create digital assets for use within a Virtual Production environment.
In order to evidence the learning outcomes for this module you will present, analyse and evaluate your work to an audience.
Hybrid Virtual Production (20 credit points)
Hybrid virtual production is the use of camera tracking to composite green screen cinematography with computer generated elements. This type of virtual production is used within television production, particularly in live broadcasts.
In this module you will explore the use of live camera tracking and green screen studio technology to create live virtual production scenarios driven by real time technology.
You will work alongside a client to evidence 80 hours of work like experience in the planning and delivery of a live hybrid Virtual Production.
Virtual Production Project Planning (40 credit points)
This is a synoptic assessment which allows you to bring together all of your knowledge and understanding and skills and attributes when designing and planning for Virtual Production output.
In this module you will work alongside a client to evidence 40 hours of work like experience.
Virtual Production Project Realisation(40 credit points)
This is a synoptic assessment which builds on the planning and development undertaken in the Virtual Production Project Planning module. In this module you will bring together those plans to execute a Virtual Production.
You will work alongside industry to evidence 40 hours of work like experience.
Emerging Technologies and Innovation (40 credit points)
This module will explore new and emerging technologies in the field of Virtual Production.
You will look at the sustained and rigorous research in the field of Virtual Production and how the work carried out is shaping the industry.
How you’re taught
Within individual modules the delivery of the material encourages increasing levels of skill development and student participation, ensuring that, as you progress through the course, you become a more confident and independent learner. We aim to include a range of methods of delivery that may include;
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshop
- Group tutorials
- Academic Tutorials (ATs)
- Presentations and Pitches
- Team working
- Independent learning
- Visiting industry professionals
All the modes of delivery are structured to develop on-going abilities and skills through exploring ideas and problem solving.
Industry Week
Your practical learning will be supported by insights and masterclasses from industry, such as Confetti Industry Week – the largest of its kind in the UK.
It's here where you’ll be able to meet a range of professionals within your field of interest, as well as other areas of the creative industries. Past guests have included the likes of Framestore, Industrial Light and Magic, Victor Perez and Hugo Guerra.
Check out our talks OnDemand here
Degree Show
In your final year you will exhibit your work as part of Confetti's Degree Show. This event includes all final year students across Confetti's courses and is a great platform for you to showcase your work to key influencers across the creative industries.
Careers and employability
Your time at Confetti doesn’t have to stop once you finish your undergraduate course. Choose to continue your studies on our postgraduate degrees that can help you further develop your skills and obtain the experience you need to get a head start in your career. Browse our postgraduate degrees.
The aim is to arm you with the ability to produce engaging content for high street brands, corporate clients, social media influencers or your own channels as a freelancer or start-up.
Graduates will be highly employable and equipped with skills in design, story-telling, video production, editing, communications, and social media asset building. You’ll be able to pursue work in a wide variety of roles including shoot edit filmmaker, media strategist, digital designer, graphic designer, marketing officer, social media influencer, and digital content editor.
Connecting with industry
Industry professionals will visit the course to guest lecture and share their experiences. Live projects will help you to gain real experience of the industry, make contacts, and build your portfolio and CV.
You will also take part in Confetti’s annual Industry Week where you will be able to meet a range of professionals within your field of interest as well as other areas of the creative industries.
Through the Confetti Media Group Head of Talent Development you will be offered a range of opportunities within the industry.
Work placement and internship opportunities
You will be actively encouraged and supported to undertake informal work experience and professional practice in addition to your studies.
Our teaching staff, including part-time lecturers who are professionally active, help and support students in directing them towards work placement and professional practice opportunities.
Campus and facilities
Confetti London is located in the vibrant Whitechapel district. With excellent public transport, you’ll be just a short walk, tube or bus ride from the popular destinations of Brick Lane and Spitalfields Market, and famous landmarks including Tower of London, Tower Bridge and The Gherkin.
Similar to Confetti’s campus in Nottingham, you’ll access unrivalled facilities from day one. This includes a 600-capacity multipurpose venue, which will host live music, entertainment and esports, along with specialist studios and teaching spaces.
As well housing world-class recording studios, Confetti London also has a virtual production studio, event production space, and content creation edit suites.
Our design rooms and esports studio are equipped with Dell XPS PCs with i9 processors, RTX 4080 graphics, and either Dell 34" ultra-wide curved displays or Alienware 25" 360Hz displays.
In our Mac suites, you’ll work on Apple M2 Silicon with Dell 34" ultra-wide curved displays and in our scale-up room we have Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Studio with i7 processors and RTX 3050Ti graphics at all stations.
Entry requirements
- 64 UCAS Tariff points; and
- GCSE - English and Maths Grade C / 4
To find out what qualifications have tariff points, please use our tariff calculator.
We will consider applications who may not have related formal academic qualifications but have relevant work experience.
English level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (with no component less than 4.0)
Other qualifications and experience
We may also consider credits achieved at other universities and your work/life experience through an assessment of prior learning. This may be for year one entry, or beyond the beginning of a course where applicable, for example, into year 2. Our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy outlines the process and options available for this route.
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- 64 UCAS Tariff points; and
- GCSE - English and Maths Grade C / 4
We will consider applications who may not have related formal academic qualifications but have relevant work experience.
English level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (with no component less than 4.0)
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English language entry requirements
You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:
Advanced standing (starting your undergraduate degree in year 2 or 3)
You may be able to start your undergraduate course in year 2 or 3 based on what you have studied before. This decision would be made in accordance with our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy.
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Preparing for the financial side of student life is important, but there's no need to feel anxious and confused about it. We hope that our fees and funding pages will answer all your questions.
Getting in touch
For more advice and guidance, you can contact our Student Financial Support Service.
Tel: +44 (0)115 848 2494
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Application deadline
This course starts in September and applications should be submitted by the UCAS deadline.
Applications received after this date will only be considered if places are still available, after all applications received by the deadline have been assessed.
Mature students
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If you are a mature student, you will still need to apply to us by UCAS form, but you don't necessarily need to meet our minimum entry requirements.
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