Motion Graphics and Visual Effects

SHE level 11
SCQF credit points 15
ECTS credit points 7.5
Module code MMG525053
Module Leader
School School of Science & Engineering
Subject Applied Computer Games
Trimester A (September start), B (January start)

Summary of content

This module will require students to understand and demonstrate a practical knowledge of digital motion graphics and visual effects. Combined with Video Editing and Compositing students shall combine editing and Motion Graphics/Vfx for appropriate delivery. Application of creative technique will cover elective areas such as Use of Green screen, Matchmoving Motion Graphics and Animation for composition, title sequence generation and general compositing techniques

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 6
Tutorials 0
Practicals 18
Seminars 6
Independent Learning 110
Assessment 10
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 0 100 45 Elective digital media individual project including group work. A typical coursework assessment brief will take the form