CDW Studios in conjunction with Flinders University offer a 3 year full time Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design) degree. The degree features all instructors, live demos and one-on-one industry feedback that lead the way at CDW Studios, but now you can do it as a full time University course with Flinders University. Students in the BCA (VEED) can choose either the 2D Concept, Game Art, VFX or Animation pathways throughout the degree.
Studying full time is the best way to fast track your career in the entertainment design and VFX industry. All classes are taught by industry professionals, ensuring students receive an industry relevant education. With highly focused classes in a relaxed learning environment, CDW Studios and Flinders University employs a dedicated but encouraging environment for students to develop their portfolios and learn what it takes to become an industry professional.
BCA-VEED SATAC CODE 224131
HOW TO APPLY
Looking to kickstart your career in the Film and Games industry? You have come to the right place!
If you are in Adelaide, Melbourne or Sydney, this is the degree you need to apply for. The process is the same no matter which state you are in.
The degree is offered through Flinders University and you’ll need to apply through SATAC.
Degree name: Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design), Flinders University. The course code that you need for SATAC is 224131. Although the degree is offered through Flinders University, we work in collaboration as the Industry partner to ensure you receive the most up to date Industry specific education available. So don’t delay, start your application today!
DEGREE RANKINGS
Always put the degree that you most want to get into first in your ranking, then at ranking 2 or 3 put in a degree that you are confident that you will get into. If you don’t put the degree you most want to get into first you will be accepted into an alternative degree without ever knowing if we accepted your portfolio or not.
HINTS & TIPS FOR YOUR APPLICATION
Portfolio
Make certain that you submit your portfolio, we cannot consider your application if you do not submit the portfolio. Put your best work in the portfolio. Give us up to 10 pieces of your work. Send us 3D models, animation, 2D pieces, VFX, fan art, drawings, sketches — any work that you are passionate about.
Do not be afraid to try to get in, we are looking at many aspects of your work, it should show us what you would like to study. Download the Bachelor book above for more information.
Curriculum Vitae & Cover Letter
You need to write this for your application into the degree, please do not worry if there is not much in it. We do not expect you to have worked in industry. Your cover letter should entail why you would like to do the degree and where you would like to take your career.
BCA VEED THREE YEAR TOPIC GUIDES
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
CDW Studios is committed to helping you find the most appropriate educational path to meet your goals. Our advisors are artists who are trained to provide artistic feedback and suggest the best plan of action based on your individual situation.
Advice is available via phone, Skype, or on-campus appointments. To schedule a tour and/or appointment, contact us and an advisor will contact you shortly.
Get to Know Our Instructors
BCA-VEED Degree Features
Multiple Pathways
2D, 3D, Game Art, VFX and Animation Pathways. This means you can build your portfolio to match the career pathway of your choice.
Industry Instructors
Learn from world class industry professionals. These local and international artists and lecturers are here to support and guide you through your journey of becoming a professional artist.
Live Demonstrations
In every class at CDW Studios you will watch a live demonstration in class. We believe that this will give you the best skills possible to build your portfolio.
International Masterclasses
If you study the BCA (VEED) degree you are entitled to one free masterclass per year. Learn from some of the best 2D and 3D instructors in the world!
Hands on Workshops
Learn to draw, paint, design and 3d model in every class. This will develop your skills to work in a hands on studio environment. In each workshop you will receive feedback from our instructors.
Career Pathways
Recommended pathways in 2D, VFX & Game Art, Animation, VFX in Film. At CDW Studios/Flinders University we are here to assist you do break into the industry as soon as possible.
HECS-HELP Support
You won’t have to pay your fees up front if you an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa. You can get a HECS-HELP loan for your student contribution portion of your University fees.
Student Study Areas
We have a designated study area for self-directed study. If you are travelling from interstate or overseas CDW Studios and Flinders University have multiple areas where you can work on your projects at any time.