Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
Get equipped to launch your career in the Visual FX & 3D Animation industry.
Campuses
Amsterdam
Duration(s)
24 months
Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
Course Durations
24 months
Start Date(s)
September 2025
Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
Start Dates
Amsterdam
September 2025
Entry Requirements
Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
Domestic Entry Requirements
Domestic students must meet the following criteria:
Advanced Diploma entry
Minimum age of 18 years
For non-EU students, a valid VISA for the entire duration of the selected course is required before enrolment. The registration at SAE Institute cannot grant you a Student Visa in the Netherlands.
Applicants must have achieved an intermediate level of education
English language skills: minimum TOEFL score of 80, or, minimum IELTS score of 6,5 (or equivalent)
Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
International Entry Requirements
Non-EU Applicants
For non-EU students, a valid VISA for the entire duration of the selected course is required before enrolment. The registration at SAE Institute cannot grant you a Student Visa in the Netherlands.
Fees
Visual FX & 3D Animation Advanced Diploma
Domestic Fees
Students studying higher education courses may be eligible for various forms of funding, including student loans and grants. There may be some differences depending on the region you come from.
YOUR CAREER IN VISUAL FX & 3D ANIMATION BEGINS NOW
Learn a multitude of skills that will help you thrive in the world of VFX.
Learn everything you need to know for today’s workflows, from 2D/3D animation to rotoscoping and rigging
Get taught by professionals in the industry who will help you build your portfolio for a successful start to your career
The Visual FX & 3D Animation course covers:
Animation, Colour Correction, Grading, Visual Effects, Montage...
Modelling, Texturing
Compositing
Rigging
Match Moving
Research and Analysis, and more...
What jobs will this course lead me into?
Roto/Paint Artist
VFX Coordinator
Match Mover
3D/2D Animator
CG Generalist
Rigger
Look Dev Artist
Rendering Artist
Lighting TD
YOUR DREAM CAREER BEGINS NOW
With our industry connections, specialised teachers and personalised education in world-class facilities, you can unleash your creative future with confidence.Course FAQs
Yes, there is an SAE Student Store with discounts available to students who have fully enrolled.
No, this is not required. Students have access to our campus computer labs for assessment work.
Audio students get the chance to collaborate with other disciplines, there are many opportunities and requirements to collaborate with students from other degrees throughout the course.
