Bristol Facilities

MetStudios Bristol’s Moon Street campus is an exciting creative space for students pursuing careers in games, animation, and VFX. Located in the heart of the city, it offers state-of-the-art facilities, industry-standard software, studios, and collaborative workspaces, allowing students to bring their digital visions to life.

The campus is shared with BIMM Music Institute students, offering all students the opportunity to collaborate for their productions and build valuable networks that will last long into their careers.

At Moon Street, students benefit from cutting-edge facilities designed to enhance their learning experience. The campus boasts spacious studios, specialised teaching rooms, advanced machine labs, and post-production suites equipped with the latest editing software, ensuring students are well-prepared to work with the most up-to-date technology.

Our main venue, The Atrium, is a professional-standard, multi-use performance space, fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology, making it adaptable for all types of events.

In September 2025, Moon Street will expand with a new adjoining space featuring a state-of-the-art machine lab for computer-based learning and creation. Additionally, it will include a workshop and play area for hands-on activities such as physical prototyping, industry lectures, and masterclasses.

Collaborative and Creative Spaces

The bespoke learning spaces will be tailored for both digital and physical creation:

• Machine labs for computer-based work such as game development, animation, and visual effects
• Workshops for hands-on learning, physical prototyping, and creative brainstorming sessions

High-Spec Hardware

The campuses will be equipped with high-performance PCs and the latest graphics technology to support your learning:

• High-spec gaming PCs with Nvidia RTX 4070Ti Graphics Cards
• XP-Pen Artist 22” graphics tablets for precise digital art creation
• Wacom Cintiq and Intuos graphics tablets for advanced design work
• Complete console gaming facilities with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S & X, Nintendo Switch, and legacy systems

Advanced Software Tools

You’ll have access to a comprehensive suite of software, including:

• Game Engines: Unreal Engine 5 and Unity for developing both 2D and 3D projects
• 3D Design: Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Side FX Houdini for modelling, rigging, and visual effects
• Creative Suite: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Substance 3D Painter and Designer)
• Programming: Visual Studio for coding and scripting

The Moon Street campus is ideally located in the heart of Bristol. Just a short walk from the bustling city centre, students benefit from being surrounded by a vibrant creative community, with easy access to galleries, cinemas, and music venues.

The campus is also well connected by public transport, making it easy for students to explore the city and beyond.