Overview

The Virtual Production programme offered by Middlesex University combines creative vision with technical mastery. You’ll explore how hybrid sets, real-time engines, and virtual environments reshape modern filmmaking. Through studio-based projects and collaborative production, you’ll learn to design, prototype, and deliver virtual environments for diverse media contexts. Ethical, sustainable, and inclusive practice underpins every stage of your development.

Career Paths

Graduates from this MA are equipped for roles in film and television, VFX, real-time production, and immersive media. Possible job titles include virtual production supervisor, technical director, cinematographer, VFX artist, and creative technologist. You’ll also develop the entrepreneurial mindset to pursue freelance or startup opportunities in the expanding virtual production industry.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Storytelling Worldbuilding
Creative Practice AI
Business Skills Creative Practice
Work Experience
Social Media Strategy Analytics
Short-form Video Audio

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00

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More details

They recommend applying as early as possible for your chosen postgraduate course. You can submit your application before you receive your final qualification.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

They normally require a 2:2 degree or above, or equivalent qualification, in a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
They also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications or equivalent professional experience.
If you don’t hold a degree in a relevant field, you’ll need to submit a portfolio as part of your application. This is your chance to show us your creative ability, enthusiasm, and potential to succeed on the course. For more information please see the Portfolio tab.

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

20100 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13700 GBP / year

≈ 13700 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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Scholarships Information

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