You should have at least a lower second-class (2.2) honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject or five years’ relevant work experience.
If you hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, you may provide a transcript or other documentation that details your prior study. Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate your professional experience via a portfolio of attested work. Please contact the programme leader to discuss your options.
If you wish to gain admission on the basis of five years’ relevant work experience, you’ll be required to attend an online or face-to-face interview and present evidence in the form of a portfolio of work and examples that demonstrate your suitability and aptitude for the course. The evidence should be presented in electronic format and attested by an independent person. The independent person could be a current or former lecturer or an employer who has a more senior role than yourself.
We'll consider applications where appropriate work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the published academic qualifications in line with the Academy’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures.
Months of entry
October
Course content
Where art and technology meet, you’ll create powerful visual effects to elevate live experiences.
By blending creativity with cutting-edge tech, on MA Visual Effects for Live Events, you’ll gain in-demand skills in digital imagery and visual effects, opening doors to careers in virtual production, film, TV, gaming, and beyond.
Information for international students
This course accepts applications from international students for full-time study only.
We are now taking international postgraduate applications for 2026. We strongly encourage you to apply as early as you can.
For further information about studying at ALT as an international student, please visit our international student page.
You may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan with Student Finance England to contribute to your course costs.
The loan can help cover tuition fees and living costs. It’s paid directly to you in instalments and is repaid gradually, based on your income after graduation. Additional funding may also be available for students with disabilities or dependents.
The amount you can get doesn’t depend on your household income. For more information about postgraduate funding, visit the UCAS Student Finance Guide.
Find out more and check the full eligibility criteria for a postgraduate student loan on the UK Government website.
https://www.gov.uk/funding-for-postgraduate-study
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
MA
part time
24 months
Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
full time
12 months
Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
We provide students with a supportive and inclusive environment where students are challenged through praxis – applying critical thinking to practical, hands-on experimentation and reflection. Teaching uses blended learning, combining practical work with online and face-to-face lectures, seminars, tutorials, discussions, guest speakers, and masterclasses. Module assessments typically involve written coursework, project work, oral assessments, presentations and portfolios.
A significant amount of personal study time is expected to be undertaken by students, comprising, for example, background reading, online activities, assessment work and preparation for sessions.
Students are encouraged to use their continuing professional practice as part of their research process and build on our close relationships with the industry. Developing plans for new creative projects is coupled with a higher level of academic study and learning. Our approach to blended learning supports working professionals to engage flexibly with studies.
Studying MA Immersive & Interactive Media Design can Studying MA Visual Effects for Live Events can lead you to careers roles such as:
