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The Best Animation & Visual Effects courses in Malaysia at APIIT

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The UK’s animation and visual effect industry is one of the highest barometers in the world. Big number of blockbuster movies, TV commercial and TV series have been created in the UK based post-production companies, such as Aardman Studio, Double Negative, The Mill, Moving Picture (MPC), and many more, ranging from animations like Shaun the Sheep, Lego the Movie, to real life action movies like Man of Steel, Ironman, to Maleficent, Godzilla and many more. This particular industry offers a huge range of exciting career opportunities for multi-skilled individuals with the motivation to succeed.

Staffordshire University and APIIT offer the right programmes for you who want to be involved in the industry of animation & visual effect. Whether you’d like to develop your knowledge, sense and skill in character animation or being a director of your future movie, you will experience the whole learning process from industry-experienced lecturers. You will also gain technical, creative, presentation and problem solving skill that are highly valued across a wide range of professions.

Through APIIT's animation and visual effects programme, you will also learn how to create a mind blowing show reel of animation and VFX. Showing some “before and after” footage of visual effect is commonly used for CGI artist, while some short animation or real life action are also popular to be your show case.

The 3-years APIIT UK Degree Programmes are awarded by Staffordshire University, United Kingdom.

BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

If you think as an ‘imaginative’ artist, who feels at home in the virtual world, you should consider this course. You’ll learn how to

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create and adapt your ideas to meet specific needs in film or games, or in modelling virtual environments; visuals which might include characters, vehicles, objects, sets or backgrounds.

The VFX award is for applicants looking for a career in the film, post-production or games industries - although some graduates may move onto positions within architectural visualisation, re-touching/ advertising agencies or postgraduate study. VFX is predominantly about ideas and concept generation for film or games, covering characters, vehicles, products, clothing, sets and environments - ultimately taking those ideas through to finished concept artwork or 3D models.

More than ever, the film and games industries need tangible, exciting plots/scenarios with characters, environments and props to match them. Students develop ideas sometimes as 2D artwork concepts, complemented by accurate 3D digital modelling, coupled with green screen/compositing techniques. Design methodology, concept origination, speculative design, visualization skills, life drawing, physical sketch and facsimile modelling provide traditional design skills.

Students also enjoy input from a number of practising industry professionals who are currently working on feature films and from UK companies such as Aardman Animation.

Project work is undertaken individually or as part of a team. Students are encouraged to attend a number of industry conferences in Year 2, a crucial recruitment event for the major film, postproduction and games houses.

Our research and consultancy staff have good (and expanding) industrial links. Where possible they call on their research or commercial work to inform and shape the curriculum, resulting in more industry savvy graduates.

We encourage students to participate in commercial internship opportunities with Cinesite and RTT.

Programme outline for the BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

Students at APIIT will receive the degree from Staffordshire University, UK

Topics you will experience include:

Year 1 Subjects for the BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

• Digital Presentation 1 I
• Digital Presentation 1 II
• Digital Pipeline 1 I
• Digital Pipeline 1 II
• Cinema: Film Analysis
• Introduction to VFX: Visual Effects & Concept Design I
• Introduction to VFX: Visual Effects & Concept Design II
• Digital Compositing for Film
• Introduction to Graphic Design

Year 2 Subjects for the BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

• Future Lifestyles I
• Future Lifestyles II
• Digital Pipeline 2 I
• Digital Pipeline 2 II
• Digital Presentation 2 I
• Digital Presentation 2 II
• Set Design I

  

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• Set Design II
• Creativity for Sound & Moving Image I
• Creativity for Sound & Moving Image II

Year 3 Subjects for the BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

• Negotiated Programme of Study Part A
• Negotiated Programme of Study Part B
• Team Production Project I
• Team Production Project II
• Design Project Report
• Advanced 3D Modelling and Animation

In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete four (4) General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co- Curricular Activities.

Teaching and Learning for the 3+0 BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

The broad emphasis of the teaching and learning strategy is on exploring creativity and practice through research, theory and

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studio projects. A variety of methods are used to assess students’ learning and progression, as outlined below, but they are all designed to reinforce the strategy of integrating the intellectual and experiential processes of learning in a creative environment.

The Core Modules will often be based on a brief set by the award or module leader or an external agency or company. With heavy reliance upon external, part time staff to deliver key skills, these staff often bring a great deal of `industry knowledge / work practice’ with them.

Commonly there will be a starting point - a brief, a project introduction, or specified area of investigation - set against the intended outcomes detailed in the module descriptor and activities that promote relevant learning and facilitate assessment of those outcomes – with a common end point, usually in the form of an individual or group presentation of work for assessment. In this kind of learning model the focus is on the research processes, creativity and problem solving that the students follow to satisfy the requirements of the module.

Staff : Student contact will often fall into several distinct categories, namely studio based contact, where either 1:1 or group tutorials will takes place, often focused upon an individual or team approach to specific assignments. The purpose of these slots is to both direct and appraise ideas, towards a goal that satisfies the assignment deliverables.

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Technically based modules will often involve self-directed study (via online media), complemented by staff and technician demonstrations. Often with software biased modules, staff will direct students to a potential method for resolving problems, with students expected to refine those techniques and explore alternative solutions. With most software based modules, there is rarely any one, single, correct solution ‘ so investigative work is encouraged.

Project supervision

Project supervision usually takes place when there are TEAMS of students engaged on a specific task / assignment and will take place with staff on a weekly basis to plan, discuss, and monitor progress. These meetings often involve the demonstration of progress and discussions over such, technical issues, group dynamics.

Supervised time in studio/workshop

Generally, outside of designated, timetabled slots, VFX students are not supervised within computer labs / workshops. Staff may be working within the same lab, and where possible may assist students, provided there is time to do so.

Assessment for the 3+0 BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

The Learning Outcomes detailed above form the structure around which the assessment of modules is built. The University has

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designated 8 generic Learning Outcomes for all undergraduate awards and allowed for up to two further to be specified for each award. For the VFX award, as with other awards from the field of Art and Design two award specific outcomes are included: Visual Analysis and Working with Others.

The award team see this as a significant additional marker of highly significant transferable skills that employers inside and outside the Design Industry and other Creative Industries look for when recruiting graduates (this information has been gleaned from discussions with industry practitioners we are linked to as a team).

Assessment of Level Outcomes is organised across the award so that each of the Outcomes can be tested at least once within the Core modules at Year 1, 2 and 3 Module grades are achieved through formative and summative assessment strategies, which uses a variety of modes that are designed to be exploratory and experiential and to reflect the process of accumulating the ranges of knowledge, skills and understanding through the award.

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assessment, the award team is confident that these outcomes are tested more effectively overall through the range of coursework and presentation tasks set through the award.

Formative and summative assessment of the learning outcomes identified for this award is an effective method, as long as the processes of tutor feedback and student self-evaluation are well supported.

Most modules carry single assessment tasks/ activities, based on the submission of coursework, the nature of which is determined by the project/s or assignment/s set within the module, which are documented within the Module Descriptor and Blackboard VLE area.

Graduate Employment for the BA (Hons) VFX: Visual Effects and Concept Design Degree Programme at APIIT

With a high degree of very transferable skills, VFX graduates are equipped to look beyond immediate employment within film or games industries, for example architectural visualisation, web media, advertising, media, teaching etc.

About Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT)

The Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology offers a range of programmes which are designed to produce highly

Asia Pacific University (APU) achieves excellence in the SETARA 2011 & 2013 Ratings with a Tier 5 ranking

employable graduates, by providing our students with an internationally benchmarked academic experience closely aligned to industry requirements.

As an integral member of the APIIT Education Group – comprising the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), the Asia Pacific Smart School and the Asia Pacific International School - APIIT has achieved an enviable record of having produced more than 20,000 highly employable graduates through a sound approach of transforming and nurturing school leavers into qualified and highly competitive professionals.

APIIT’s programmes are offered together with our long-standing international partner, Staffordshire University, United Kingdom. Under this approved collaborative arrangement, APIIT delivers Staffordshire University degrees using the same curriculum and conforming to the same teaching, learning and assessment quality enhancement processes as in the UK, with the aim of ensuring comparability of student experience and academic standards.

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The design and media programmes are designed for creative students, to be at the cutting edge of design innovation & creative

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industries; to thrive you in your chosen career. Staffordshire Degrees in Design, Creative Media, Animation and Film prepares students for the 21st century in Digital Filmmaking, Animation & Visual Effects.

Indeed, APIIT’s system of education produces graduates who embody Staffordshire’s commitment of producing The Staffordshire Graduate – graduates who possess the key skills of employability, enterprise and entrepreneurship – and the ability to stand out in the job market.

As APIIT students studying on Staffordshire University degrees, our students get a whole lot more than just an understanding of their subjects, but will leave with a set of attributes that prospective employers not only look for but will value and respect.

At the same time, APIIT’s own Foundation and Diploma programmes are also externally quality assured by Staffordshire University, which ensures that students obtain an internationally benchmarked qualification while also ensuring successful progression into the degree of their choice.

This approach in providing internationally benchmarked education also extends beyond the borders of Malaysia, and is closely replicated within our family of APIIT branch campuses operating in Sri Lanka and in India.

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Among Malaysia’s first MSC-Status Institutions, APIIT has also achieved a strong track record in research, development and commercialisation, winning more than 50 Malaysian and international awards to-date for its innovations, products and student projects.

In recognition of its focus on quality in education, the APIIT Education Group received the Prime Minister’s Award of Excellence in 2011, as well as the Export Quality Award from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia.

APIIT’s academic programmes are approved by the Ministry of Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are fully or provisionally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

Strategically Located
The university is strategically located in Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil. It is near condos and the Bukit Jalil LRT station. A free shuttle bus is provided for students to the LRT station and their accommodation.

Why Staffordshire University

Staffordshire University is truly committed to building a worldwide dynamic learning community. The University's learning

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community is global and students represent over 75 nations worldwide.

Since 1914, Staffordshire University has offered vocationally inspired education relevant for the age. Back then their focus was on mining and ceramics. Now the university is delivering everything from Computer Games Design to Forensic Science.

As well as being involved in many international collaborative research projects, Staffordshire University is committed to delivering high quality education through its many international partnerships.

Staffordshire University has over 17,000 students that make up a dynamic and vibrant community at their campuses in the United Kingdom.

Staffordshire University has a long and proud history of providing high quality, progressive and inclusive higher education for people from across Staffordshire, the region, the UK and the rest of the world.

Staffordshire University has a reputation for producing graduates with the knowledge, skills and ability to make their mark in the world.

Some facts about Staffordshire University are:

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Staffordshire University’s strong focus on employability was underlined in the UK Sunday Times newspaper’s 2010 University League Tables, in which it was recognized as a leading UK university for achieving graduate employment.

One of the first universities in the world to offer computing degrees back in the 1960s, Staffordshire maintains a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in teaching technology based subjects.

The University’s Computing, Computer Games Design, Network Security, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Automotive Engineering awards are all highly respected by employers globally.

Staffordshire’s Accounting and Finance, Business Studies, Economics, Management and Marketing degrees have all been designed to provide a truly international perspective. This is a real benefit for students wishing to pursue a career in Business or Commerce.

The University’s learning community is truly global. At any one time, in excess of 17,000 students from over 75 countries are studying in Great Britain, by distance learning, or on Staffordshire University quality-accredited courses internationally.

APU Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University, who also

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award the Undergraduate Degrees. This ensures that our programmes are benchmarked against international standards.

In addition, APU's solid relationship with Staffordshire University is among the strongest and most successful foreign collaborations in Malaysia, and is particularly notable in their strong shared mission of producing highly employable graduates.

Staffordshire University Rankings

• Staffordshire University is ranked 71st by the Guardian's University guide 2015: league table for computer science and information systems
• Staffordshire University is ranked 40 by the Guardian's University guide 2015: league table for accounting & finance
• Staffordshire University's Ranking in the Complete University Guide University Subject Tables 2015 for accounting & finance is 21
• Staffordshire University's Ranking in the Complete University Guide University Subject Tables 2015 for computer science is 74

Why study the 3+0 animation and visual effects degree programmes at APIIT

Here are just a few reasons why we believe you should study at APIIT.

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TOP animation and visual effects University in UK

Staffordshire University was one of five Universities who were the first to offer degrees in computing. That was back in 1965! Since then Staffordshire University has stayed ahead of the game – constantly innovating and developing courses that are designed to create the computing professionals of the future.

WORLD-CLASS

APIIT's reputation for excellence means that we attract students from around the world. With partner universities overseas, we could even arrange for you to study part of your course overseas.

INDUSTRY-LEADING FACILITIES

Our centre of computing is a purpose-built facility to rival the best. With hundreds of individual workstations, specialist equipment and facilities, it provides a first-class working environment and is also home to our research.

WORK-READY, WORLD-READY

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Study at APIIT and they will equip you to become ‘The Staffordshire Graduate’ – a world-ready professional, with the knowledge, attributes, skills and expertise that employers look for.

OUTSTANDING SUPPORT

Regardless of the computing programme you choose, you will be supported by highly qualified and enthusiastic professionals. Many enjoy an international reputation for their research and actively engage with leading names in IT.

Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) provides access to world-class resources across a wide range of disciplines. This translates into industry-ready skills and a competitive edge for graduates.

APIIT's courses are approved by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). All of the programmes are quality assured by an International Advisory Panel (IAP) whose members include representatives from our international partner universities and industry and technology leaders in the private sector.

Learning for Employability at APIIT

APIIT students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming.

Employers look for qualified people who have the technical know-how and the ability to communicate, work in teams and other personal skills.

At APIIT, our programmes are developed to provide you not only with interesting and stimulating modules to develop your mind, but also to enhance your knowledge and skills and increase your ability to compete for that dream job.

You also need to possess the ability to learn, develop and adapt. Much of what is current knowledge will soon be out-of-date and the reality is that to succeed you need to be adaptable and innovative. We achieve this through the:

Five “I”s Model™

1. Innovation through the design of curriculum, the module content and the learning approaches.

2. Integration through developing your capabilities to interrelate knowledge and to work in multidisciplinary teams.

3. Information through developing your knowledge and also your abilities to communicate effectively and persuasively.

4. Interactivity through the use of group work to develop your teamwork skills and through the use of technology to achieve interactivity of devices and people.

5. Imagination in relation to new products, ideas, applications and solutions.

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Scholarships at APIIT range from 30% to 100% depending on the students' results in SPM, STPM, UEC, O-Levels, or the A-Levels. Sports Scholarships are also available for State and National Players.

Special scholarships are available for students from East Malaysia - Sabah and Sarawak, to assist them to achieve their educational goals.

APIIT and Asia Pacific University staff will advise and assist students in applying for the PTPN and MARA loans. MARA Loans are only available for bumi students.

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