Diploma in Film Visual Effects

MQA/FA8826 (R/213/4/0327)

Course Information

Mode: Onsite
Duration: 3 years
Intakes:

January, April, August

Campus: Bandar Sunway & Penang
Type: Full-time Study
Conducted in Malaysia: Yes
Level of Study: Diploma Level
Faculty: Film Visual Effects
Awarding Country: Malaysia
Exam Body: Internal Diploma, The One Academy
Fees: Refer to College / Refer to College (international)

Course Overview

Making the Impossible, Possible

Visual Effects, commonly shortened to VFX, is the integration of live-action footage and generated imagery to create environments which look realistic, but would be dangerous, costly or simply impossible to capture on film. This course offers students an innovative learning environment to develop knowledge and practical skills on how to integrate computer graphics and 3D components into live action, while immersing themselves and learning techniques that are used in Hollywood to produce blockbuster films.

Teaming up with Tau Films – an international creative content and visual effects company formed by a global team of exceptional artists and visionaries, this collaboration boosts the filmmaking industry and helps students build their career in the VFX industry by providing career opportunities.

Curriculum

VFX Specialisation

A variety of subjects include comprehensive practical exercises simulating current VFX industry pipeline, planning, production and effects production of complete visual effects shot. VFX specialisation tracks help students learn in-depth about the variety of effects that can be produced by utilising visual effects. Students will choose two core production disciplines out of the following tracks to specialise in.

Creature Look Development

This track focuses on workflow and pipeline for photorealistic & stylised CG creatures as well as associated assets.

Effects Animation

Workflow ranges from SideFX Houdini to the creation of effects animation and elements of simulation which incorporates the technical aspects, its programming and also the creative aspects of effects animation.

Rigging and Creature FX

Focuses on the technical and artistic aspects of rigging and creature effects workflow in the animation and VFX production pipeline.

Creature Animation

This track emphasizes to impart the principles of animation mechanics, convey strong emotions in animated performance which uses both biped (2-feet animal) and quadruped (4-feet animal) rig.

Background Prep to Compositing

With workflow and pipeline from plate preparation to compositing moving image within the creation of assets/elements that are implemented and manipulated in compositing.

Course Modules
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Drawing
  • Visual Communication
  • Advanced Drawing
  • Introduction to Digital Photography
  • 3D Maya Essentials & Shader Development
  • Basic Lighting and Compositing
  • Business Marketing for VFX and Animation Pipeline
  • Production Management: Production Pipeline
  • Cinematography: Exploration and Critical Analysis of Films
  • Studies in Visual Narratives for Time-Based Media
  • Project Management for Production
  • Production Tracking
Contextual Courses
  • History of Art & Design
  • History of Visual Effects
  • Language & Communication Skills
  • Malaysian Studies
  • Business & Marketing
  • Culture & Humanities
  • Survey of S.E.A Art & Culture
Personal Development
  • Interpersonal Skills & Development Workshops
  • Career Realities
Software
  • Adobe CC
  • Autodesk Maya
  • The Foundry: NukeX
  • SideFX: Houdini
  • Pixologic ZBrush
  • Substance Painter
  • Autodesk Shotgun

Entry Requirements

Pass in SPM With minimum 3 credits Including a pass in English, Bahasa Melayu & History

Career Prospects

The Global Animation, VFX & Game Market is Expected to Reach US$477.8 Billion by 2027

*source: statista.net

  • VFX Production Studios
  • Video Game Production Houses
  • 2D / 3D Animation Production Studios
  • VR / AR and Immersive Media Studios
  • Advertising Agencies / Design Studios
  • TV / Film Pre-Production / Pre-Vizualization Houses
  • Research & Development Firms
  • Corporate In-House Design Divisions
  • Your Own Visual Effects Studio

Study Abroad Pathway

Affiliated Universities

  • All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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