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Bachelor of Visual Effects and Virtual Production

SAE University College

Brisbane, Australia
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A three-year bachelor degree in VFX and virtual production with a specialisation mentorship and placement.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Visual Effects and Virtual Production. Apply relevant theories
Methods
And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Visual Effects and Virtual Production.

Career outcomes

Virtual Set Builder/Environment Artist
Virtual Camera Operator (VCO)
Rendering Specialist
Compositor
3D Modeler
Texture Artist
Graphics Programmer
Emerging Technologies Specialist
Technical Previsualisation Artist
Storyboard Artist
Virtual Production Coordinator or Supervisor
VFX Supervisor

Curriculum

Nine trimesters in the standard load. Units include digital media production
Real-time engines
3D asset production
Compositing
World building
Digital cinematography and lighting
Virtual production pipelines
Motion capture
The ethical professional
Virtual production studio
Project management and leadership
Specialisation mentorship and work-integrated learning.

Entry requirements

Academic

International applicants must be 18 or over on arrival and hold an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent
Computer science
IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian Certificate IV or above. Applicants without these can use Experience Based Entry. English: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
Year 12 English
Or an SAE-approved academic English pathway.

Accepted academic background

Completion of an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent qualification (some computer science, IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian VET Certificate IV or above), Aged 18 or over on arrival, English proficiency, Experience Based Entry (interview, CV, Statement, Portfolio) for applicants without formal entry qualifications.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 67
PTE Academic 52
Cambridge 169
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and 2027 start dates (official website no deadline is published. Complete the online international student enrolment form (official website 3. Attach passport
Academic documents
English evidence and the Financial Declaration Form. Receive a Letter of Offer. Sign the Student Admissions Agreement
Pay the tuition deposit and arrange OSHC. Receive the eCoE
Then apply for the Student visa (subclass 500). Plan your arrival.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$30,024 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$5,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Brisbane campus
Faculty or school	VFX & Virtual Production
Department	VFX & Virtual Production
Teaching language	English
Credit value	288
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	SAE University College may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
May 2027
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No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.