3D/VFX Cinema
Create 3D animation films and special effects
Admission
High School Diploma +
Entrance Exam
Duration
5
Years
Degree
Level 7 RNCP – Master’s
Degree
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Graduates
(2021/2022/2023 years)
89%
91%
Alumni satisfied with their course (2021/2022/2023 years)
Training
3D/VFX Cinema Degree
Program taught in French
The Cinema Animation 3D/VFX curriculum provides the skills needed to work in the animation and special effects industry, mastering the work methods used in the studio, from pre-production to post-production.
The Bachelor’s program is structured around the fundamentals of 3D, universe creation, character animation, photography, filming and editing. Students make a number of films (alone or in groups), using a variety of tools to generate 3D images and digital effects.
In a setting similar to a production studio…
Mastère students work in teams on film projects, acquiring the skills needed to rig, animate and composite the elements of a 3D cinema project.
Entry requirements for 3D/vFx Cinema degree
Candidates must have the French baccalaureate (or high school diploma) and pass the school admissions test. The admissions test consists of an interview and presentation of a portfolio.
All details are given in the Admissions Guide.
Pedagogy
Skills acquired
- Carry out benchmarking of the industry and productions in 3D Cinema
- Artistically supervise the development phase of a project in 3D Cinema
- Manage and artistically direct the pre-production phase of a project in 3D Cinema
- Manage and artistically direct the production phase of a 3D Cinema project
Training Objectives
Acquire the graphic and managerial skills related to the production of a 3D film to work in the industry of animated film and special effects for cinema and audiovisual:
- To have an artistic and videogame culture
- 2D and 3D creations, creation of universes, character animation, photography, shooting, editing,
- Know how to communicate, organize and work in a team
- Be able to master the work methods used in the studio from pre-production to post-production
How am I taught
- Theoretical and practical teaching: lectures, application exercises, practical work, tutorials
- Production of projects: monitoring and supervision by teachers during the realization of projects (end of year project, final major project)
How am I assessed
The school has set up a fair and objective evaluation system:
- Continuous Assessment (case studies, role-playing, presentations, demonstrations)
- Project presentations (end of year project, final major project) in front of a school or professional jury
- Written and oral evaluations in English
- Professional experience report and presentation
INTERNSHIP & INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
The 3D/VFX course includes periods of work experience in companies, to develop students’ employability right from the start of their studies.
- Bachelor 1st year: Internship or volunteer work possible
- Bachelor 2nd year: a summer internship
- Bachelor 3rd year: 3-month internship (Feb/April)
- Master’s degree: 26 weeks minimum over the two years (internship, work experience)
QUALIFICATION
The RNCP Level 7 title “Expert in digital design, 3D animation and special effects” is delivered at the end of the studies, based on the results obtained.
This Master’s Degree validates the acquisition of business skills (hard skills), social skills (soft skills) and professional integration.
Program
A PROJECT-ORIENTED PEDAGOGY
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 1
Year 2
Employment
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
CG Supervisor | CG Generalist | FX Artist | FX Supervisor | Texture Artist | 3D Animator | Environment Artist | Modeling Artist | Sculpting Artist | Lookdev Artist | Lighting Artist | Rigging Artist | Technical Director | Lead Compositor | Motion Designer | Digital Matte Painter | Rotoscoping Artist | Tracking Artist | Color Grading Artist | Previs Artist | Concept Artist | Storyboarder | Chara Artist | Art Director | Chara Designer
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