Real-time 3D Program
DIPLOMA | BACHELOR OF ANIMATION & VFX
Build the technical and creative skills required to become an Unreal Real-time 3D artist
This accredited course will equip you with the technical and creative skills of a visual storyteller, bringing to life any world you can imagine! Establish how production pipelines and creative workflows work and how to use them, and build industry-focused skills that will help you stand out in this competitive field.
Why study real-time 3D with us:
- Gain the creative, technical, interpersonal, and conceptual skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the industry
- Study with more flexibility (100% online)
- Create industry-level work that recruiters will notice
- Graduate in less time than a typical degree - 2 years instead of 3
- Join a global community of 4000+ students, grads, and industry artists
Master Your Skills. Master Your Future.
Our mission is to ensure graduates are the best trained and best prepared for a successful career in their chosen field.
Industry Mentors
Learn from the best! Our instructors are seasoned industry pros and bring real-world knowledge to the classroom, ensuring you're equipped with the skills that studios demand.
Outcomes
Our goal is to make you job-ready. You'll graduate with technical skills and a deep understanding of the industry, making you a valuable asset to any studio.
Community
Join an active community and network with peers, mentors, and industry professionals. Our strong industry connections can help you access job opportunities post-graduation.
Our film and game degrees and diplomas seamlessly blend academic excellence with practical industry methodologies to help students pave a steadfast pathway to a successful creative career.
Qualification
Diploma (AQF 5)Bachelor's Degree (AQF 7)
No. of Trimesters
Diploma - 2 trimesters Bachelor - 6 trimesters
Program Length
Diploma - 7 months
Bachelor's Degree - 2 years
Part-time study available
Delivery Mode
Online live classesCustom video lectures
Personalised mentor feedback
Course Fees
Diploma - $16, 664 USDBachelor - $49, 992 USD
Payment options available
Start Dates
Course Structure
Develop industry foundations with our 6-month Diploma, or continue into the full Bachelor's Degree to build more comprehensive skills.
The below course outline reflects a full-time course load, which comprises three subjects per trimester and three trimesters per year over a two-year duration. Part-time study options are also available.
Develop industry foundations with our 6 month Diploma, or continue into the full Bachelor's Degree to build more comprehensive skills.
Trimester 01
- 3D Animation Foundations
- Film and Games Principles, Concepts and Innovations
- Industry Overview: Pipeline and Production Processes
Trimester 02
- Body Mechanics
- Art and Design Concepts and Principles
- Communicate! Mode, Purpose and Context
The Bachelor of Animation and VFX majoring in Real-time 3D will teach you advanced real-time tools, techniques, and theories for film and games, along with essential interpersonal skills and both practical and conceptual industry knowledge.
- Build 3D fundamentals, from setting up models, scenes, and rigs to creating animations—the foundation for all advanced 3D skills.
- Explore what it takes to build a believable world, speeding up processes using proceduralism and adding effects in Niagra.
- Gain a solid understanding of industry-standard practices, procedures, and workflows.
- Build valuable interpersonal skills such as communication, problem-solving, and leaders.
- Dedicated time to building your professional showreel and getting job-ready.
The below course outline reflects a full-time course load, which comprises three subjects per trimester and three trimesters per year over a two-year duration. Part-time study options are also available.
Simon Warwick
Simon has been working in the game industry since 2005, and was credited as the only technical cinematic animator for Batman: Arkham City at Rocksteady Studios.
Known for Batman: Arkham Knight
Carl Shedd
Carl has worked in the industry professionally for over 17 years. He started his career at Gearbox Software and is currently a World Building Director at Gearbox Software.
Known for Borderlands franchise
Jon Robins
Jon currently works as a Lead Character Technical Artist at Striking Distance Studios where he loves solving problems and helping teams in as many ways as he can.
Known for Marvel's Avengers
Jack Brown
Known for Avengers: Age of Ultron
Igor de Sousa
Known for Star Wars Squadrons
Addison DeBolt
Known for Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare
Victoria Lyons
Known for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Lightfoot Buckeyne
Known for Immortals of Aveum
Get The Education Your Deserve
"Having a mentor definitely helped! It was awesome to have someone I could reach out to when I was stuck.
Getting the weekly feedback also helped in terms of what to improve and what to focus on next. In Term 3, we learned Unreal Engine; I implemented the knowledge I gained in that course to my Advanced 3D Modeling Course to create some additional renders that demonstrated my understanding of using and integrating game-ready assets into an actual game engine.
Benjamin O | 3D Modeling
"Hands down the best decision I've made for my career.
The learning material and staff were great, and having an industry mentor was an invaluable asset that really helped me get my break in the VFX industry."
Alan R | VFX Compositing
"My experience at CG Spectrum was second to none, and taught me so much more than I initially anticipated.
My mentor took me from being barely computer literate to an animator working at a studio in only a year and a half. The information and level of teaching at CG Spectrum will absolutely not be found anywhere else."
Kieran | Animation
"The CG Spectrum training solidified my skills using Unreal Engine.
Having used it briefly before, and feeling overwhelmed by how big the range is of what you can do using the engine, the training taught me the areas I would need for virtual production very well. I now feel confident with the skills I have gained."
Simran M | Real-Time 3D & Virtual Production
"I have never experienced such an explosive evolution in my art since attending CG Spectrum.
I have learnt an incredible amount, not only from my amazing mentor Eric Wilkerson but from the entire CGS community. Being part of such an amazing program has opened my eyes to techniques that have streamlined my process and increased my confidence tenfold."
Oliver H | Concept Art & Illustration
"CG Spectrum seemed too good to be true. Looking back, it was the best decision.
Every mentor and staff member has been so hands-on and directly involved in my learning. Co-Directors of top box office movies and supervisors of major Netflix TV shows are giving me feedback on my projects. Students also have access to a strong community, and an awesome career class to prepare you for your dream job."
Stephanie S | 3D Modeling
"CG Spectrum is the perfect place to gain focus, understanding, an encouragement for your journey.
If you are looking for a supportive place to gain or hone skills in game design or other verticals, CGS is a fantastic and worthy place to dive in."
Shaul H | Game Design
"I highly recommend signing up with CG Spectrum!
I was looking for a final push to bump my skills and finally start applying for jobs as an artist. Shortly after finishing my Advanced 3D Modeling Course I landed my first job as Junior Environment Artist, which was my dream!"
Kasia P | 3D Modeling
"I got a job offer at a major feature film studio before even graduating!
Studying at CG Spectrum gave me the opportunity to network with industry artists while I was learning, and coupled with the amazing course, I was able to secure a position in the industry. Now I'm working on amazing projects in my dream job!"
Andi E | 3D Modeling
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