The Foundry launches 95% educational discount
The Foundry has announced a new educational discount enabling students and teachers to rent its software for a fraction of the standard purchase price.
Under the new scheme, students and teachers on VFX-related courses lasting a year or more will be able to obtain annual licences of NukeX, Mari and the upcoming Hiero for $250 per year.
The deal excludes those studying on online courses, unless they result in a formal degree.
The discount works out at more than 95% of the combined list prices of the three packages. (For comparison, the educational discount offered by Autodesk’s US resellers also works out at a 95% saving on the company’s Premium Entertainment Creation Suite, although for a perpetual rather than one-year licence.)
But whichever way you slice it, it’s a pretty hefty saving. Read the official announcement below.
PRESS RELEASE (Excerpts)
Leading visual effects software developer The Foundry announced a discount in excess of 95% on their professional VFX software solutions for the educational sector – both students hoping to make their career in VFX and the teachers and institutions who train them. Education has always been important to The Foundry who have close relationships with many colleges and universities teaching VFX across the globe.
The new licensing policy provides options for students to use NUKEX, MARI and HIERO (once released) for the duration of their studies for just *£150 | $250 | €180 per year! Institutions and teaching staff are also now eligible for more than 95% off list price ensuring courses can teach their students on the most up to date versions of our high end software, providing their students with the best possible preparation for work.
The Foundry is also launching a Student Stars Vimeo channel to showcase the best student work made with their software.
*Pricing is subject to VAT. Pricing options for courses lasting more than one year are also available.