Study traject of Advanced bachelor of Applied Audiovisual Communication

Film Virtual Production*

Mechelen

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A film with a virtual twist

  • You already hold a bachelor’s degree and want to take the next step in audiovisual creation. 
  • Film Virtual Production is for who want to create high-end content using the latest virtual production technologies.
  • You stay up to date with today’s most successful series and blockbuster films, and you want to understand how they are made — from storytelling to production. 
  • In this programme, you develop the skills to create a short film, commercial video, music video or other cinematic content with strong visual impact.
  • You will explore virtual environments and virtual production workflows, special effects and high-end post-production, audio and video production and interactive storytelling and content creation tools.
  • You work in a high-end virtual studio, where you gain hands-on experience with industry-level equipment and production methods.
  • Film Virtual Production prepares you for a career in content creation, combining creativity, storytelling and cutting-edge technology.

*The programme starts in 2027-2028 subject to validation and approval.

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Film Virtual Production

  • This is a one-year, full-time programme with a limited number of places. So be sure to check the admission requirements as well.
  • The programme includes: practical workshops to build and refine your technical and creative skills, projects that challenge your creativity and help you build a portfolio and an internship in Belgium or abroad, giving you real-world experience in the sector.
  • Classes run from mid-September to the end of January. During this period, you will already complete many practical assignments and take part in day internships on Wednesdays.
  • From February until the end of May, you will work on your bachelor’s thesis and complete your long internship.
  • Graduated? You could, for example, start working as a director of photography on a virtual set production,
    or as a virtual set producer, motion designer, or commercial or music video director.
  • The television industry — and the wider audiovisual sector — is actively looking for these new profiles.

Practical information

  • Duration

    1 year

  • Credits

    60

  • Where

    On campus

Programme

  • Classes run from mid-September to the end of January. During this period, you complete a wide range of practical assignments and take part in one-day internships on Wednesdays.
  • From February until the end of May, you focus on your bachelor’s thesis and complete your long internship.
  • The course units combine theory and practice in a well-balanced way. They provide the building blocks you need to create professional radio. You will work on group exercises and apply knowledge from different subjects directly in hands-on assignments. This approach offers the ideal training — theory alone is not enough — and it also prepares you perfectly for your bachelor’s thesis, your gateway to the industry.
  • Want even more hands-on experience? No problem: you can extend your internship by several weeks. This unique internship system helps you build contacts in the field, gain clarity about your future direction, and significantly increase your job opportunities.

Below you can find an overview of the courses ( under reservation of changes), with the number of credits per phase. Credits express how many hours you need on average to process the subject matter (incl. lessons). Count about 25 to 30 hours for 1 study credit. 

  • We have explained the most important courses in a blue tooltip.  
Phase 1
Storytelling i 4
Media production i 4
Directing i 4
Video and Audio Production Techniques i 4
Editing i 4
Workshops i 4
Phase 1
Practical Portfolio i 4
Internship i 10
Graduation Project i 14
Motion Design i 4
Virtual Set Production i 4
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This course does not start in February.

Eyecatchers

A unique mix of students

You will be part of a carefully selected group of students, combining bachelor and master graduates. This creates a strong exchange of ideas, perspectives and creative approaches.

BATAC Virtual Production-Professionals als docenten

Industry professionals as lecturers

BATAC lecturers are true authorities in their field: specialists in After Effects and Unreal Engine, virtual set directors, and producers who work on set every day. You will train with the latest equipment and often work on location.

Start right away

By the end of the programme, you will understand every stage of a film production and can easily contribute at any point in the workflow. You can start your career as a motion designer, virtual set producer or multi-skilled director. Most graduates quickly find their way into the audiovisual industry.

In practice

Between September and January, you will complete at least six one-day internships at production companies, service providers and broadcasters. The programme offers a number of these day internships, but you can also find placements yourself. This internship system is unique within the education landscape.

Between February and mid-June, you will complete a minimum of six weeks of internship (or longer) at one or more companies that match your interests. By combining different internship placements, you increase your chances of finding a job. Of course, you can also do your internship abroad — within Europe or beyond!

Students do internships at, among others: Sputnik, Roses are Blue, EMG, VRT, DPG Media, Prismax, Studio 100, Play, Woestijnvis, Telenet, Panenka, Hotel Bonka, NEP, Eurogrip and DB Videoproductions.

Personal coaching

You don’t learn television through theory alone — you learn it by experimenting, taking risks and even failing!
Your lecturers are your coaches throughout the programme, and you can always rely on them.
Communication is direct, open and approachable.

Got questions?

Programme manager

Tom Rumes

For all your questions about the programme.

tom.rumes@thomasmore.be +32 485 75 39 73
Programme coordinator

Rémi Scholliers

For all your questions about the study programme.

remi.scholliers@thomasmore.be +32 15 68 89 72
Inclusion Coordinator

Mieke Buelens

mieke.buelens@thomasmore.be +32 15 36 91 41
Admissions

Admissions Officer

For all your questions about Admissions & Application.
Available by phone 9.00 - 15.00

admissions@thomasmore.be +32 15 36 92 50

Studying in Mechelen

Mechelen is hip and happening. A student-sized city. With a cappuccino on the go from the station to campus. After your exam, lunch in the sun and a quick visit to the shop. Back into the learning centre to study, quickly drop off books at kot and you can leave to party! In Mechelen, everything is close by. #2800love, indeed!

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