Virtual Production MSc
About this course
Virtual production has quickly established itself in the entertainment industries, connecting specialists across VFX, film and game technology.
The UK is facing unprecedented demand for those with the skillset in virtual production, and on this Masters degree we’ll equip you with the knowledge and experience to make it in the entertainment industry.
Virtual production combines physical and virtual elements using a suite of software tools, and you’ll get to learn and work with industry-standard equipment and software. As well as learning from industry experts, you’ll also work alongside Masters and undergraduate students studying in related courses, including Esports Production, Games Production, Film Production, and Content Creation.
The course will cover:
- Undertaking comprehensive research and enquiry to advance knowledge in the field of Virtual Production.
- Critically evaluating the potential for innovation in the application of production technologies in the creation of high-end content in the Virtual Production environment.
- Issues relating to sustainability, ethics and legal frameworks when developing high end content in the Virtual Production Environment.
- Strategic approaches to leadership, management, and problem-solving when working as part of a team in a Virtual Production environment.
- Critically reflecting on your own work produced in a Virtual Production environment.
- The global impact of Virtual Production, and the potential impact of new and emerging technologies.
- Learning techniques of research and enquiry in authentic work-like contexts to create and interpret knowledge in Virtual Production.
- Creating ethical, diverse, and inclusive high-end content for specific target audiences, demonstrating innovation, and originality through the application of appropriate Virtual Production technologies.
- Developing resilience and initiative on a range of complex Virtual Production projects through established and emerging production management techniques and problem-solving strategies.
- Different ways of working. Working in flexible, creative, and independent ways, showing self-discipline, self-direction, critical self-awareness, and reflexivity when working both independently and in teams.
- Advancing your knowledge and understanding through the creation of high-end Virtual Production content and develop new skills to a high level.
- Investigative skills relating to employability, undertaking detailed career planning through defining personal objectives in line with future industry developments.
What you’ll study
Master both the hardware and software required to create innovative and ground-breaking content in a Virtual Production environment.
- Research and Innovation (60 Credit Points)
- Concept Development and Project Management (60 Credit Points)
- Applied Technology and Audience Response (60 Credit Points)
Engage in high level research combining critical thinking, practical experimentation and reflection to support your development and deep understanding of immersive technologies and their application within the Virtual Production environment.
Develop complex and thorough planning for diverse and sustainable high-end content for both intended and non-intended audiences.
Through exposure to new and emerging technologies prepare for your career as an innovative technologist, collaborating with others to project manage and develop original solutions to technical challenges within the Virtual Production environment.
You will develop mastery working immersive technology in the Virtual Production environment.
You will apply a fluent understanding and mastery of technical skills working with immersive technologies to produce cutting-edge, high-end content, realising your concept.
You will then deliver your final product to an audience and gather both qualitative and quantitative data on the reception of your final product and analyse data, and evaluate your impact and contribution to the Virtual Production industry.
We regularly review and update our course content based on student and employer feedback, ensuring that all of our courses remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or module availability in future years.
How you're taught
Work based learning and industry engagement are at the heart of this course. Students will engage with live and technical events to produce Virtual Production content working with professionals and students on other Postgraduate pathways to deliver tailor made content.
Collaboration and networking with industry professionals through our multiple industry links within the wider creative technology community will also be an integral part of the course.
Careers and employability
Our aim is for you to graduate with a standout portfolio, entering a career in areas such as film and TV production, games production, sound design, live events, and digital content production.
The type of roles could include virtual production coordinator, virtual production TD, DOP, VFX technical director, immersive sound designer, asset designer, production engineer, games engine technical artist, virtual graphics artist, and games engine specialist.
Campus and facilities
On this course you’ll study across various facilities located on our City Campus.
You’ll have access to:
- 37m2 green screen studio
- 48m2 Motion capture Studio
- 24 seat post-production lab with Dual Screen PC workstations
- 25 seat screening room with Dolby Atmos audio facilities
- Specialist software including Nuke, Mari, Houdini, ZBrush, PF Track & Unreal Engine
- Full Autodesk Suite (Maya, 3DS Max, Mudbox)
- Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop)
- Industry-standard cameras from Sony and Blackmagic
- Wacom Cintiq 13HD touch tablets
- Foley suite
- Production and meeting rooms
- Access to audio post-production equipment.
City Campus
City Campus boasts cafes, shops, a gym, a three-story Students’ Union building, and an art gallery. You’ll have access to the Boots Library right in the centre of the campus, fully equipped with journals, articles, books and e-resources, as well as a laptop loan service and PCs for student use. There’s also a dedicated postgraduate study room at the Boots Library; a private space for postgraduate students to work and study.
You can also use the facilities at Clifton Campus and Brackenhurst Campus, just outside Southwell.
Accommodation
We offer accommodation specifically for postgraduate students. You can find out more on our accommodation pages.
Entry requirements
UK students
Academic entry requirements: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or an appropriate equivalent, i.e. a professional qualification, from a recognised British or overseas institution, in a related subject.
- Non-standard applicants with at least three years' industry experience are also welcome to apply.
- Applicants who do not fully satisfy the general criteria will be considered if they are able to demonstrate that they are capable of successfully undertaking and completing the programme at the required standard. Eligibility may be determined by means of an interview for some applicants.
- Applicants who have been taught and assessed in languages other than English should have an English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Other requirements: You'll be invited to an informal interview after you submit your application, to determine your project ideas, your fit with the course, and to discuss your aspirations.
Additional requirements for UK students
There are no additional requirements for this course.
Other qualifications and experience
We welcome applications from students with non-standard qualifications and learning backgrounds and work experience. We consider credit transfer, vocational and professional qualifications, and any work or life experience you may have.
You can view our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy which outlines the process and options available, such as recognising experiential learning and credit transfer.
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form.
International students
Academic entry requirements: Bachelor’s degree grade 2:2 or equivalent qualification.
We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international entry requirements by country.
English language requirements: See our English language requirements page for requirements for your subject and information on alternative tests and Pre-sessional English.
Additional requirements for international students
There are no additional requirements for this course.
English language requirements
View our English language requirements for all courses, including alternative English language tests and country qualifications accepted by the University.
If you need help achieving the language requirements, we offer a Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes course on our City campus which is an intensive preparation course for academic study at NTU.
Other qualifications and experience
We welcome applications from students with non-standard qualifications and learning backgrounds and work experience. We consider credit transfer, vocational and professional qualifications, and any work or life experience you may have.
You can view our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy which outlines the process and options available, such as recognising experiential learning and credit transfer.
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