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BA (Hons) Modelmaking and Creature Effects

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Blends traditional creature-effects and modelmaking craft (sculpting, moulding, fabrication) with digital design, 3D printing, and animatronics, taught by Programme Leader Beccy Barnes

Course content and assignments are designed in collaboration with professional special-effects artists and studio directors to mirror real industry pipelines

Materials and resources for course modules are provided by the university at no extra cost to students

Professional Development

Part of Film + FX North, with affiliated access to FilmBuddy, an online platform connecting students to industry mentors, resources, and career opportunities

Regular contact with industry professionals supports students' professional networks

Location

Based in Greater Manchester with close proximity to Manchester and Liverpool's creative industries

School info

Snapshot

Continuation

60%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

12.6K

Earnings

£24k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£9,535

Home students · 2026-2027

International tuition & fees

£17,500

overseas students · 2026-2027

Scholarship · greatermanchester.ac.uk Discover Uni

Program info updated Sep 18, 1:20 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Blends traditional creature-effects and modelmaking craft (sculpting, moulding, fabrication) with digital design, 3D printing, and animatronics, taught by Programme Leader Beccy Barnes

Course content and assignments are designed in collaboration with professional special-effects artists and studio directors to mirror real industry pipelines

Materials and resources for course modules are provided by the university at no extra cost to students

Professional Development

Part of Film + FX North, with affiliated access to FilmBuddy, an online platform connecting students to industry mentors, resources, and career opportunities

Regular contact with industry professionals supports students' professional networks

Location

Based in Greater Manchester with close proximity to Manchester and Liverpool's creative industries

Program Highlights

Training

Blends traditional creature-effects and modelmaking craft (sculpting, moulding, fabrication) with digital design, 3D printing, and animatronics, taught by Programme Leader Beccy Barnes

Course content and assignments are designed in collaboration with professional special-effects artists and studio directors to mirror real industry pipelines

Materials and resources for course modules are provided by the university at no extra cost to students

Professional Development

Part of Film + FX North, with affiliated access to FilmBuddy, an online platform connecting students to industry mentors, resources, and career opportunities

Regular contact with industry professionals supports students' professional networks

Location

Based in Greater Manchester with close proximity to Manchester and Liverpool's creative industries

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

UCAS Fee

£28.95

Deadline

UCAS Equal ConsiderationJan 13, 2027

2027 Entry Deadline For All Undergraduate Courses Except Those With A 15 October Deadline 475546 · ucas.com

Interview Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Portfolio (Required)

Portfolio of appropriate work, presented and discussed at interview, including recent effects-related or project-based work

Portfolio quality is judged alongside UCAS point-bearing qualifications

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Good to Know

Application Process

Apply through UCAS or use UGM direct application for a single course; do not submit both routes in the same cycle.

What's The Process

Audition Process

Applicants are required to attend an interview and provide a portfolio of appropriate work

Portfolio quality is judged alongside UCAS point-bearing qualifications; special consideration is given to applicants without standard qualifications who have a strong portfolio

School info

Snapshot

Continuation

60%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

12.6K

Earnings

£24k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£9,535

Home students · 2026-2027

International tuition & fees

£17,500

overseas students · 2026-2027

Scholarship · greatermanchester.ac.uk Discover Uni

Training

Blends traditional creature-effects and modelmaking craft (sculpting, moulding, fabrication) with digital design, 3D printing, and animatronics, taught by Programme Leader Beccy Barnes

Course content and assignments are designed in collaboration with professional special-effects artists and studio directors to mirror real industry pipelines

Materials and resources for course modules are provided by the university at no extra cost to students

Professional Development

Part of Film + FX North, with affiliated access to FilmBuddy, an online platform connecting students to industry mentors, resources, and career opportunities

Regular contact with industry professionals supports students' professional networks

Location

Based in Greater Manchester with close proximity to Manchester and Liverpool's creative industries

Updated Sep 18, 1:20 PM