Overview

Virtual production is reinventing the way many industries work and pushing the boundaries of creativity today. Using real-time applications of incredible immersive technology, virtual and real environments are indistinguishable. As a result, technology and practices in this field are advancing rapidly, smashing conventions, and redefining established processes.

These advancements impact film and TV disciplines as varied as set design, cinematography, production design, VFX, animation, camera operation, directing and beyond. Sectors such as education, gaming, and corporate events are also beginning to embrace the wide-ranging uses of virtual production. As a result, there is unprecedented demand for specialist expertise and skills.

Career

Graduates of this Virtual Production program from Academy of Live Technology will gain a competitive edge as Virtual Production specialists in the dynamic and developing creative industries. This is a career-focused postgraduate degree that will support you to develop advanced knowledge and skills. The skills training is combined with project-oriented creative education and will enable you to adapt and develop your practice throughout your future career.

We’ll guide you to make clear plans as to how you will use your expertise to progress your career during the course. As a graduate of this MSc, you will be well prepared to seek employment, promotion, or become self-employed using the professional skills you’ve developed as part of the course. This qualification also forms the basis for doctoral studies if you wish to pursue a career in academia or research and development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

XR Principles & Processes

Virtual Production Practice 1: Research and Development

Virtual Production Practice 2: Realisation and Production

Working in the Creative Industries: Managing Yourself and Others

Major Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

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.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20000 GBP / year

≈ 20000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11500 GBP / year

≈ 11500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Home full time - £11,500, Part time - £5,750 p/year

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

Sheffield

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