The Visual Effects (VFX) specialization trains student in special effects conceptualization and production in which images or film frames are created and manipulated for animated or live action films. Visual effects training involves the integration of live-action footage with computer-generated layers of imageries and elements in order to create environments and scenarios that look realistic. It is in short, making the impossible, possible! The training also involves learning technical direction of live action sequences, camera works, and digital compositing.

WSQ DIPLOMA IN ANIMATION (Digital Visual Effects)

THE INVISIBLE MAN MEETS MISSION IMPOSSIBLE
The Digital Visual Effects Artist makes the impossible happen seamlessly and believably onscreen. Whether creating dramatic explosions or discreetly removing wires, their work serves to enhance the story, without drawing attention to themselves. In fact, some of their best work goes unnoticed.

This Specialisation will arm students with the techniques and technology behind Digital Visual Effects. From chroma-keying and compositing, to particle simulation and programming–students will harness the forces of nature and defy the laws of physics. In addition, the first year Foundation Studies will ground students on the fundamentals of the entire digital production pipeline.

AN EXPLOSIVE START TO A UNIQUE CAREER
With the rapid growth of the Digital Media Industry, the skills of a proficient Digital Visual Effects Artist are in increasing demand. Their talents are already igniting film and broadcast production, game creation, medical and architectural visualisation, and even print design and advertising. For ?the Digital Visual Effects Artist, a world of rewarding and creative possibilities awaits.

Year 1 Semester 1 (20 Weeks)			Year 1 Semester 2 (20 Weeks)
Module Names	Module Codes	Credits	Module Names	Module Codes	Credits
3D Basics 1	FOS11DB	60	3D Basics 2	FOS12DB	60
Design Fundamentals - Color Studies and Graphic Design	FOS11DF	60	Digital Photography & Hybrid Imaging	FOS12DP	60
Digital Art	FOS11DA	60	Fine Art: Life Drawing 2	FOS12LD	60
Fine Art: Life Drawing	FOS11LD	60	Fine Art: Sculpting 2	FOS12SC	60
Fine Art: Sculpting 1	FOS11SC	60	HD Video Production, Editing & Cinematography	FOS12HD	60
History of Art	FOS11HA	40	Illustration: Character Design	FOS12CD	60
Illustration: Anatomy Studies	FOS11AS	60	The Art of Story Telling & Storyboarding	FOS12ST	40
Principles of Animation - Classical Animation	FOS11PA	60
Professional Practice (duration: 12 weeks - after Week 20 of Year 1 Semester 2)				FOS12PP	60
Year 2 Semester 1 (20 Weeks)			Year 2 Semester 2 (20 Weeks)
Module Names	Module Codes	Credits	Module Names	Module Codes	Credits
3D Texturing & Shading	DFX21TS	60	Advanced Lighting & Shading	DFX22LS	60
Camera Tracking	DFX21CT	60	Matt Painting	COA22MP	60
Concept of 2D Visual Effects & Compositing - Part I	DFX21V1	60	Concept of 3D Visual Effects & Compositing	DFX22V1	60
Concept of 2D Visual Effects & Compositing - Part II	DFX21V2	60	Light & Mood Studies	COA22LM	60
Environment Design	COA21ED	60	Major Project	DFX22MP	240
Figure Drawing	COA21FD	60	Particles & Effects Animation	DFX22PE	60
Lighting & Rendering (Using Maya and Mental Ray)	DFX21LR	60	Professional Practice	CHA22PP	60
Major Project	DFX21MP	100