University of Hertfordshire - BA (Hons) Model Design (Model Effects)

University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) Model Design (Model Effects)

All three of our model design courses share the same First Year, giving you an excellent introduction to model making, prop making, sculpture and special effects. Building on this foundation, you’ll learn how to create highly detailed models for a range of disciplines, such as concept cars for the automotive industry, scale models for architects and miniatures for films.

In second year you will learn how to create highly detailed models for a range of disciplines, from concept cars for the automotive industry to the scale models used by architects and ‘movie miniatures’ for films.

In your Final Year you’ll work on major projects and create a professional portfolio to impress employers. Throughout your studies you’ll use the latest computer-aided design technology alongside more traditional machining. This course is accredited by Creative Skillset, reflecting the highest standard of teaching and facilities. 

Entry Requirements

UCAS pointsA LevelBTECIB
104-112BCC-BBC - Including formal or informal qualifications in Art or DesignMMM-DMM104-112 UCAS

Access course: Diploma with 45 level 3 credits at merit.

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

Career Prospects

Our graduates work across the design and creative industries, often for internationally renowned architectural practices and major product and packaging design consultancies in the UK and abroad. Many graduates work in the film and TV industry contributing to high-profile advertisements, television programmes and blockbuster movies.

Our graduates work across the design and creative industries, often for film companies, internationally renowned architectural practices and major product and packaging design consultancies in the UK and abroad. Many graduates work in the film and TV industry on high-profile advertisements, TV shows and blockbuster movies. Our graduates have gone on to employment with the likes of Anarchy Ltd, Warner Bros, Gerry Judah, Foster + Partners, Pipers Models, ATOM, Red Bull Racing, Zone Creations and Dyson

Course Details

You'll experience a wide variety of learning styles on this course. During your studies you'll develop your capacity for self-directed study and your interpersonal skills. We particularly emphasise the importance of 3D making leading to physical artefacts created through structured research and design; well-prepared written and verbal presentations; and computer literacy. Alongside elements of standard lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical workshops, you also learn through case studies, individual and group projects and other student centred activities. In your final year you will have the opportunity to practice your independent study skills by completing a major project and dissertation.

You will experience a wide variety of teaching styles on the programme including:

  • standard lectures
  • practical workshops
  • case studies
  • individual and group projects

The Model Design Degree Programme uniquely, has a combined first year covering model making, prop making, sculpture and special effects. Second and third year students specialise in one of three-degree pathways: Model Design (Model Effects), Model Design (Character and Creative Effects), Model Design (Special Effects). 

First Year

You will be introduced to current materials, techniques and design processes in a combined first year (all three degree disciplines) and gain a strong grounding in workshop machinery and practices, which are relevant to the whole programme.

Second Year

You will learn how to create highly detailed models for a range of disciplines, from concept cars for the automotive industry to the scale models used by architects and ‘movie miniatures’ for films. You will use cutting-edge technologies including CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided modelling) that complement the traditional techniques learned in the machine shop to produce highly finished, professional-quality models.

All of our second year students have the option to undertake a professional work experience module with one of our many high profile industry contacts.

Final Year

Your final year is designed to prepare you for entry to the industry as a highly employable graduate. You will make a variety of project outcomes that demonstrate your professional ability and you will also spend time producing a professional portfolio and self-promotional material designed to impress potential employers at your first interview and beyond.

Year 1

Scale and structure
Shape and form
Design and fabrication
The model in mind: histories, contexts, theories (c&cs)

Year 2

Turbo projects
Design process and realisation
Model effects contextualised model
Talking models: the theory of practice (c&cs)

Optional
Professional work experience 30: screen
Professional work experience 45: screen 45 optional
Professional work experience 15: screen
Professional work experience 15 5b: screen

Year 3

Year abroad
Professional context model
Professional practice
Model effects major project proposal
Critical and cultural studies: l6 enquiry / report / essay (model design)
Model effects major project
Sandwich year (creative arts)

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

Are you ready to start building your future?

Contact our admission counseller and get a free consultation.

Phone E-Mail Facebook