University of Hertfordshire

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Model Design and Special Effects

University of Hertfordshire

Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Sculpture
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $26,250

Annual fee is £15500. Cost is converted to Canadian dollars and may vary with exchange rate.

Careers:ArtistsPainters, Sculptors and Other Visual ArtistsTheatre, Fashion, Exhibit and Other Creative Designers

Description:

From the Harry Potter film series to Madame Tussauds, one thing holds true – the skill and craftmanship of model designers is pivotal to the creative industry. Our innovative course will refine your skills and provide you with all the tools to thrive in the ever-growing space. Created with an all-round approach to skill development, the programme integrates practical and theoretical elements to build your expertise in the end-to-end process of model design. Create models, props and miniatures for use in architectural, automotive and entertainment space, using mechanical and physical effects, Made for the creative and talented model maker, engineer or designer, the course aims to sharpen your skills and prepare you for a vibrant career in whatever career path you choose. Whether that is working on films and television, museums and exhibits or for design companies and architects. Across your three years of study – four if you choose to take a sandwich year – you will study the use of traditional and digital materials and techniques to create industry standard results, while enhancing your skills in project management, collaborative working and professionalism. You will graduate having built your knowledge of machine shop skills and digital processes, as well as how to use hard and casting materials. Overall, you will complete the course with a toolkit of key skills with which you will confidently be able to enter the workforce and begin building you ideal career.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics  or  Grade12 English 

  • Atlantic provinces (NB, NL, NS, PE) Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • Ontario Grade 12: 60% average on 6 grade 12 U/M courses, including grade 12 U English and mathematics

  • Quebec Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) 60% average on academic courses

  • Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • British Columbia Grade 12: 60% average on 4 provincially examinable grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • Northern territories (NT, NU, YT) Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics.


* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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