BA (Hons) 3D Effects for Performance and Fashion

This BA (Hons) 3D Effects for Performance and Fashion course was designed to equip students with specialized design and craft skills for careers in various creative roles within TV, film, performance, and fashion industries. It covers design for theatre, film, music, television, and more specialized performances like circus and carnival. The program emphasizes teaching by industry practitioners, professional workshops, and work placement opportunities to provide practical experience and industry connections. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths including film, television, art installations, and fashion. Students engage in lectures, seminars, critical analysis, workshops, and collaborative projects. The curriculum includes units focused on design fundamentals, 3D effects techniques, fashion cultures and histories, and ethical considerations like climate, social, and racial justice. The second year offers opportunities to explore digital technology and collaborate with industry professionals through an industry project and placement, requiring a minimum of 60 work placement hours. An optional Diploma in Creative Computing or Apple Development is available between the second and third years. The final year allows students to showcase their acquired skills through a personal performance project and a dissertation, focusing on innovation, design development, and critical academic research. The course aims to foster a strong practitioner identity and prepare students for the demands of the contemporary creative industries.

Curriculum

The academic year is divided into two blocks, with learning structured across three years. Each year focuses on building foundational skills, exploring specialized areas, and culminating in a personal project and academic research.

1. Year One
   • Introduction to Design for Performance
   • Introduction to 3D and Modified Forms
   • Fashion Cultures and Histories
   • Better Lives
   • Collaboration One: Design and Production
2. Year Two
   • Critical Issues in Fashion Research
   • Core skill: 3D Innovation and Design
   • Situating your Practice: Industry project
   • Situating your Practice: Industry placement
   • Collaboration Two: Interdisciplinary and Experimental
3. Year Three
   • Innovation and Design
   • Cultural and Historical Studies Dissertation
   • Personal Performance Project

Careers

This course prepares graduates for a wide range of career options in the creative industries, providing a broad understanding of 3D effects for both performance and fashion contexts.

• Film
• Television
• Art Installations
• Fashion

Frequently asked questions

What career paths can I pursue after graduating from this program?

Graduates are prepared for careers in various creative industries, including film, television, art installations, and fashion. The course equips students with specialized design and craft skills for these roles.

Does the program offer practical industry experience?

Yes, the program includes opportunities for industry projects and placements. Students are required to complete a minimum of 60 work placement hours in their second year and also engage in collaborative projects with industry professionals.

What is the focus of the curriculum?

The curriculum covers design fundamentals, 3D effects techniques, fashion cultures and histories, and ethical considerations. It prepares students with specialized design and craft skills for careers in TV, film, performance, and fashion industries.

Are there any scholarships available for this program?

Students may be eligible for UAL Bursaries and UAL Travel Bursaries. Specific details on eligibility and application processes can be found in the UAL Bursaries information.