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Bachelor in Creative Media - Animation & Visual Effects
- Wrocław, Poland
Bachelor's degree
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
Classes are taught by experts working on some of the best video and mobile games in Poland, so you can put the knowledge you gain into practise while you are still studying. During your studies you will learn to work with game development engines and become familiar with specialised graphics software (Unreal Developer Kit, Unity, Autodesk and Adobe Package) and the secrets of level design. Classes take place in a TV studio, multimedia, computer and photo studios, as well as in a dedicated motion capture studio and sound lab


Academy of Art University
Master of Arts (MA) in Visual Development
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
MA
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Visual Development MA program provides professional development with advanced coursework in still life painting, figure drawing, character design, concept painting, layout design for animation, and other core skills of professional visual developers.


Academy of Art University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Visual Development
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
Bachelor's degree
Full time, Part time
8 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The School of Visual Development's BFA program provides a dynamic education in the art of scene-setting. The core curriculum emphasizes photography, figure modeling, form analysis, figure drawing, narrative principles, visual development for animation, character design, concept paintings, advanced exploration of perspective for video game design, and various other critical design disciplines.
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Academy of Art University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Visual Development
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
Master degree
Full time
6 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Visual Development MFA program provides advanced coursework in still life painting, figure drawing, character design, concept painting, layout design for animation, and other core skills of professional visual developers. The goal of each graduate student is the completion of a signature thesis book showcasing design work for a story-based project.


Open University
BA (Honours) in Art History and Visual Cultures
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
This BA (Honours) in Art History and Visual Cultures degree will equip you with the knowledge and critical skills to investigate works of art, images, objects and architecture, from the local to the global and from prehistory to the present. This will be a rich and rounded experience as you discover the power of images and works of art to influence debates and shape everyday life.


Universal Arts School
Master in VFX & Postproduction
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Master degree
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English, Spanish
Master Houdini, Maya, and the most advanced visual effects techniques with an international master’s degree that prepares you for Hollywood, European studios, and the video game industry.


Universal Arts School
Bachelor in VFX & Postproduction
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Bachelor's degree
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English, Spanish
International Degree in VFX and Postproduction (4–5 years, on-site, online, or blended, in English and Spanish). Learn with Houdini and Maya to create visual effects for film, series, and video games, with dual certification USA–Spain.


Universal Arts School
Short Course: How to Enter the Special Effects and Post-Production Industry
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Course
Full time
1 hour
Distance Learning
Spanish
Are you passionate about special effects? Now you can go from being a mere spectator to dedicating yourself professionally to producing them yourself. It doesn't matter what level you start from or your previous studies. You can become a professional and turn your passion into your profession. We will guide you like true mentors and show you step by step how to achieve it.


General Assembly
Visual Design Short Course
- Online Canada
Course
Full time, Part time
1 week
Distance Learning
English
Get the visual design skills and tools you need to combine form and function and solve design challenges with confidence. Kickstart your design portfolio and create beautiful, responsive designs for the web. Visual design is more than pushing pixels — and having visual design skills is a superpower for many careers, and core to the success of many companies.


Arden UK
MA Design Management
- Online United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
Our MA in Design Management has been crafted to meet the demands of 21st-century design thinking and is unique in its focus on preparing you for emerging careers. Created for aspiring design sector professionals, the course allows you to bring your creative talent to the foreground while learning vital modern disciplines in the business side of the design and visual communication industry.


Arden University
MA Design Management
- Online
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
Our MA in Design Management has been crafted to meet the demands of 21st-century design thinking and is unique in its focus on preparing you for emerging careers. Created for aspiring design sector professionals, the course allows you to bring your creative talent to the foreground while learning vital modern disciplines in the business side of the design and visual communication industry.


The Open College of the Arts
BA (Hons) in Visual Communications
- Barnsley, United Kingdom
BA
Part time
Distance Learning
English
The BA (Hons) Visual communication course offers an accessible distance learning experience through which students are encouraged to develop a sense of visual enquiry, expand their horizons, and begin to find a personal creative voice within their practice. The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to study through which students can choose and explore a breadth of subjects, moving towards specialisms in graphic design, illustration or a combination of these subjects.


Universal Arts School
Certificación Curso Genius VFX con Houdini
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Course
Full time
30 days
Distance Learning
Spanish


Arden University
BA (Hons) Graphic Design
- Online
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
Arden University’s online BA (Hons) Graphic Design program will provide you with the means to develop your creative abilities and design skills. You will develop an understanding of key design principles and visual communication standards expected of this competitive industry. Arden’s flexible study mode allows you to develop your familiarity with digital mediums alongside image creation skills - all around your existing commitments. You will delve into traditional and contemporary technologies to produce innovative and aesthetic designs as well as form an understanding of the critical, conceptual, and historical background of art, design, and visual culture.


International Partnership of Education Research and Communication (IPERC)
Bachelor of Visual Language in Arts, Design, and Architecture
- Columbus, USA
BSc
Distance Learning
English
Visual language plays a critical role in the fields of arts, design, and architecture. It is a communication tool used by artists, designers, and architects to convey their ideas, concepts, and emotions to their audiences.In the arts, visual language is used to create visual art forms such as paintings, sculptures, and installations. Artists use color, form, texture, and composition to communicate their ideas and emotions to their viewers.
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Visual Design degree programs invite you to explore the creative intersection of art and technology. With the online format, you gain flexibility while uncovering essential design principles, user experience, and digital media integration.
Through courses in graphic design, typography, and interactive media, you'll acquire specific skills like developing brand identities, designing responsive websites, and creating engaging visual content. The online learning environment fosters independence and nurtures creativity as you engage with peers and instructors from diverse backgrounds. As design becomes increasingly important in various industries, the demand for skilled visual designers grows.
Many who choose this path pursue a Bachelor's or Master's degree to deepen their knowledge. Graduates often step into roles as graphic designers, UI/UX designers, or brand strategists, showcasing their abilities in a range of settings. The focus on applied techniques prepares you for a competitive job market, where creativity and technical proficiency are highly valued. As you navigate the world of visual design, you'll cultivate both artistic expression and practical skills that enhance your career prospects.