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Digital Art & Animation for Film, VFX and Games Extended Diploma 3

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you are looking for a career in the creative and digital sector which is focused on the production of Digital Art & Animation for Film, Video FX and Games then this course will give you the skills you'll need to succeed. The skills covered by the course have been chosen to reflect the demands of working in Digital Art & Animation for Film, Video FX and Games. We've put employment-focused skills at the heart of the course so you can confidently apply for creative and production jobs straight after leaving College. These are the areas covered in this course: • Media Production methods and techniques • Audience Research • Images manipulation • Video and sound editing • Graphic Design for media production and branding • Digital Illustration • Digital Concept Art production for film, games and media • 3D Modelling for film and games production • Texturing 3D models for Film and Game production • Film FX production (Green screen, Camera tracking and compositing)

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • City Campus Manchester

    City Campus Manchester 60 Great Ducie Street, Manchester, M3 1PT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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