Grace Matthews – Esports Student Winner 2024
Grace Matthews is one of our most talented Esports students, based at ACC’s Norwich campus. We spoke to her about her recent Esports Student award win, her time on her course, and her plans for the future. Hi Grace, please can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Hi, I’m Grace and I’ve been […]
Nina Coman – Best Animation/VFX Award 2024
Our team recently caught up with Nina Coman, ACC’s recent Best Animation/VFX Award winner for our Norwich campus. We spoke to her about her time at ACC, her course, and what she wants to do once she gets her qualification. Tell us about yourself! I studied Animation at ACC from 22-24, I have a massive […]
What’s it like to study Animation and VFX at Access Creative College?
There’s no denying that the animation and visual effects (VFX) industries are rapidly expanding. This is due to an increased demand in film, television, video games, advertising, and VR (Virtual Reality). Making it the perfect time to study this field! What is Animation? Animation is the process of creating the illusion of movement by displaying a series of static images or […]
What’s it like to study Music Production?
Are you an aspiring musician looking to build a career in the music industry? Look no further, our Music Production course uses industry-standard software to help you master the latest technologies, explore different styles and production techniques, and gain a deeper understanding of the music industry. You will finish this course with an amazing portfolio which has […]
Bristol Act Marns Celebrates Summer of Success After Festival Run
Local musician Marns is celebrating an incredible summer, having played at some of the UK’s biggest festivals. Soul Jazz singer Marns (AKA Amanah), aged 19 and from Bristol, has performed at this year’s Love Saves The Day, Glastonbury, Access Creative College’s stage at Bristol Harbour Festival and Boomtown, as part of Bristol Beacon and Big […]
Kerry Kemoncety Gbe Zoude – Level 2 Games Award Winner 2024
We recently caught up with Kerry, ACC London’s Level 2 Games Award Winner for 2024. Kerry told us more about the award win, their time at ACC and career plans for the future. Hi Kerry, tell us about yourself! I’m just a young carefree black teenager who values games that hold potential towards the amusement […]
William McDonald – Best Band Award Winner 2024
Our team recently caught up with William McDonald, who, alongside his band ‘Rat Salad’, won the Best Band Award for 2024 at Access Creative College’s Birmingham campus. Why did you form the band and what style of music do you play? The band was originally formed by myself on vocals and guitar and Jack […]
Benjamin Shahin-Scales – Best Animation/VFX Award 2024
We recently had a Q&A with Benjamin Shahin-Scales, Access Creative College Lincoln‘s Best Animation/VFX Award winner 2024, to find out more about his time at ACC and his plans for the future. Congratulations on your ACC Award win. How do you feel? I feel like I have achieved a new level of success in anything […]
10 Essential Skills Every Aspiring Music Producer Needs to Master
From mastering the technical aspects to honing creativity, this blog post will provide you with practical tips to kickstart your career in music production. The role of the music producer has evolved over the years. For aspiring artists and music producers, understanding the essential skills required to excel in this dynamic field is crucial. In […]
5 Reasons London Could Become the Esports Capital of Europe
Hey, gamers! Ever wondered why London might just be the next big thing in esports? With its vibrant culture, cutting-edge venues, and passionate community, the ‘Big Smoke’ is ready to level up to the esports capital of Europe. Here are five reasons why London is perfectly poised to take the crown. Grab your energy drinks […]
A beginner’s guide to buying esports gear
In this beginner’s guide, we’ll explore the best and most popular esports equipment on the market. Esports has come a long way from being considered a niche hobby to becoming a huge industry, with multi-million-dollar tournaments and sponsorship deals. So buying the right gear can be the difference between being a casual gamer and a […]
Can I study a BTEC in esports?
Here we delve into the world of BTEC esports qualifications, describing what’s on the Access Creative College course, how to get onto it, and what it can lead to. As you prepare to leave school and further your studies, you might consider a level 3 BTEC in esports. This is a great choice for anyone […]