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MA VFX – Lighting and Compositing

National Film and Television School · Beaconsfield, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year full-time

Tuition / year

£22,450 (≈ ₹27.4 lakh)

Intakes

January

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Course overview

MA VFX – Lighting and Compositing is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at National Film and Television School in Beaconsfield, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full-time, with intakes in January.

National Film and Television School is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityNational Film and Television School (Public)
LocationBeaconsfield, United Kingdom
CourseMA VFX – Lighting and Compositing
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
Duration1 year full-time
Tuition per year£22,450 (≈ ₹27.4 lakh)
IntakesJanuary
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.5 in each component (or approved SELT at CEFR B2)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £22,450 a year, about ₹27.4 lakh.

Full course fee, January 2027 intake

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Graduate employment

80.3%

Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24

Average (median) salary

£23,900

≈ ₹29.2 lakh a year

Median annualised earnings

Job roles

  • Graphic designer
  • Television/film/video producer
  • Social media manager
  • Multimedia specialist
  • UX designer
  • Photographer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • WPP
  • Heineken
  • Disney
  • Netflix
  • BBC
  • Adobe
  • Sony
  • Meta
  • Google
  • Universal Music Group

Eligibility

General entry requirements at National Film and Television School for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Applicants usually hold a degree, but NFTS considers those without one if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification.
  • Each course asks for its own portfolio, for example up to three short films for Directing Fiction or Vimeo links for Cinematography, followed by interview.
  • For the January 2027 intake, many MFA courses had closed by October 2026; several MAs listed a deadline of 26 November 2026.
  • International students can take full-time MA and MFA courses on a Student visa. Diploma courses are not open to Student visa applicants.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 in each component (or approved SELT at CEFR B2).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component, usually required for the Student visa
Other testsOther UKVI-approved SELTs at CEFR B2 are accepted
ExemptionSome applicants are exempt, for example those with a UK-taught degree

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Intakes

This course starts in: January.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Online application
  • Portfolio (films, showreel, scripts or work samples, depending on course)
  • Degree certificate, if you have one
  • IELTS Academic or approved SELT result
  • Passport

About National Film and Television School

The National Film and Television School (NFTS) is a specialist film, television and games school based at Beaconsfield Studios in Buckinghamshire. It began in 1971 and teaches over 700 students a year. Its two-year MFA courses cover cinematography, directing, producing, screenwriting, editing, sound, composing and games design, and its one-year MAs cover areas such as animation, VFX, virtual production and the business of the creative industries. NFTS alumni have won Oscars, Emmys and BAFTAs.

International students can join the full-time MA and MFA courses on a Student visa, but not the Diploma courses. Entry is by portfolio and interview rather than marks, and a degree is not always required. NFTS says it currently has no funding for international students, so Indian applicants should plan to fund themselves or find external scholarships.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MA VFX – Lighting and Compositing at National Film and Television School?

The tuition for international students is £22,450 a year (about ₹27.4 lakh). Full course fee, January 2027 intake. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MA VFX – Lighting and Compositing?

The course takes 1 year full-time.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.5 in each component (or approved SELT at CEFR B2). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: January. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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