OpenFieldBelfast XR and Virtual Production Studio Creative Technologies Project
Creative research placement in the Studio Ulster virtual production complex pioneering real-time in-camera visual effects and immersive digital performance.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Postgraduate standing in Animation, Game Design, or Creative Technologies
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Creative showreel in Unreal Engine, virtual cinematography, or 3D asset pipeline
- Recommendation letters
- Two faculty supervisor letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- £1,400 monthly research stipend plus LED volume stage and motion capture access
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- N/A (Funded studio research placement)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Ulster University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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