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University of Melbourne

  • 37% international / 63% domestic

Introduction to Virtual Production: Micro-credential

  • Non-Award

Gain in-demand virtual production skills with hands-on training in an innovative studio environment. This course combines in-person and online teaching, offering industry-ready skills and a shareable digital certificate.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
5 - 5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online

About this course

Introduction to Virtual Production

Gain in-demand virtual production skills with hands-on training in an innovative studio environment. This course is delivered through a combination of in-person and online teaching.

Level up with micro-credentialsIndustry-ready skills

Develop in-demand skills aligned with industry best practice you can apply immediately.

Taught by leading experts

Learn from internationally recognised academics and professionals with years of on the ground experience.

Shareable digital certificate

Showcase your capabilities with an industry recognised digital certificate you can share with your professional network.

Entry requirements

It is recommended that learners commencing this micro-credential have demonstrated screen-industry experience in a creative or technical field OR a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will learn

Gain contemporary skills and knowledge for your job now.

Learn how to use real-time game engines and work with an LED wall to create in-camera visual effects (ICVFX) that combine physical and virtual filmmaking as well as other forms of visual storytelling.

Introduction to Virtual Production is perfect for anyone working in visual storytelling, particularly screen professionals such as directors, producers, camera operators, VFX artists and 3D animators. The course involves a combination of in-person teaching, self-directed learning, and online modules.

Taught by experts in filmmaking, 3D animation, and visual effects, you'll have access to the University of Melbourne's new innovative virtual production studio at our Southbank Campus.

Be introduced to the fundamentals of virtual production (VP)

Gain valuable experience in the rapidly growing field of Virtual Production (VP) and explore the real-time graphic engine software, techniques, and creative practices that are essential for high-end virtual production filmmaking.

Use cutting-edge technologies to display photorealistic sets on LED walls

Guided by your course facilitators, learn how to use key operating models in virtual production, such as elements of the LED volume, and camera tracking and lighting systems for audience responsivity.

Unlock the power of collaboration in VP

Cultivate your collaborative skills to work more effectively with VP teams. Enhance your understanding of different roles, responsibilities, and budgetary requirements essential to problem-solving and project management.

Create your own virtual production presentation

Collaborate with your peers to create a short virtual production presentation demonstrating your new technical, creative, and operational abilities using LED volume. Present your final product and gain valuable professional feedback.

Career pathways

This micro-credential is ideal for a range of professionals employed in the visual arts, including producers, directors, cinematographers, editors, game developers, VFX designers/artists, digital imaging technicians (DIT), camera assistants, lighting directors, set designers, and production assistants.

Course structure

Course details

Introduction to Virtual Production runs over five days and includes studio experience via three days of live on-site engagement at the University of Melbourne's Southbank Campus.

Your total time commitment will be approximately 42 hours and includes:

  • Studio experience and live on-site engagement
  • Use of real-time engine software
  • Self-directed and guided learning
  • Assessment activities

Assessment:

  • Collaborative virtual production presentation: Create an up to 3-minute virtual production presentation created with a collaborative team (50%)
  • Critical reflective practice: Reflection on roles, responsibilities, budgets, and collaborative best practices in virtual production (50%).

Once you've successfully completed this course, you will be awarded your Introduction to Virtual Production Melbourne MicroCert. This digital certificate will warrant the achievement of knowledge, skills and capabilities outlined in the learning outcomes. It may also include artefacts (such as videos and written material) related to both experiential and work-integrated learning, including translatable assessment that is practical to your professional life. You can also share your Melbourne MicroCert digitally and via social media by adding it to your personal platforms, such as LinkedIn. See example certificate.