Course description
BA (Honours)/MArt The Art of Computer Animation (Integrated Masters)
Breathe life into characters and creatures, and create entertaining performances for the world to enjoy.
Do you dream of working in the animation industry or even starting your own studio? Advancements in technology and the boom of the VFX industry have made computer animation one of the fastest growing careers. Escape Studios animation degree has been developed in collaboration with top practitioners to provide you both the professional skills and knowledge that the industry is looking for.
Bring your characters to life from day one - working in industry-style studios using the latest tools and techniques and working as part of a team on high quality creative projects. You'll have intensive, hands-on tutorials with industry-trained tutors, who alongside practising animation professionals will provide regular feedback on your work.
You'll graduate studio ready with a professional portfolio of work to show employers and a degree validated by the University of Kent.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Minimum requirements: You'd usually have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent and have/or be predicted to pass 2 A Levels or equivalent.
Offers onto Escape Studios undergraduate courses are made following completion of a Creative Workshop. We take students who have the talent to succeed and we know the best way to judge this is by looking at your portfolio, not just a set of academic grades.
Once they have received your UCAS application you’ll be invited to submit a portfolio of your creative work. This will be reviewed by their expert tutors.
If they don't need anything further from you, Escape Studios will send you an invitation to a Creative Workshop. Here you’ll take part in an interactive group task. Your performance at the Creative Workshop will determine whether you are offered a place.
English Language requirements
If your first language is not English you may need to complete an English language test, such as a Pearson English language test (PTE Academic) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, to demonstrate you have the language skills needed to complete your degree. All our courses are taught in English.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the institution's website.
Training Course Content
First year (level 4)
- Creative Foundations - Project
- Creative Foundations - Craft
- Video Game Art - Core
- Computer Animation - Core
- Compositing for VFX - Core
- 3D for VFX - Core
Second year (level 5)
- Computer Animation - Pro
- Computer Animation - Advanced
- Specialism
- Industry Studio Project
Third year (level 6)
- Advanced Specialism
- Professional Practice
- Professional Studio Project
Fourth year (level 7 - integrated masters students only)
- Art and Design
- Craft
- Process
- Business
Course delivery details
Programme duration: BA 3 years, MArt 4 years
Why choose Escape Studios
Top 6% of Institutions for Graduate Employability -- by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA)
First Unreal Authorised Training Center in the UK
Expenses
- September 2022 entry: £9,250 per year
See website for more details.
Continuing Studies
You’ll graduate with a degree and a professional portfolio of work with advice from tutors and industry professionals ready to present to employers in the creative industries.
Escape Studios' students go to work as both specialist and generalist in the Animation industry, including 3D animation for films, TV shows, games, and commercials.
Some of the junior opportunities you will be able to consider on completion of your degree include:
- Junior Animator
- Editorial Assistant (Animation)
- Junior Character FX