2Nov
UndergraduateSheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information Course summary
- Explore the unique capabilities of 2D, stop-motion and 3D animation.
- Supercharge your skillset using industry-standard tools and techniques.
- Share your story, perfect character performance and interpret motion.
- Adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of animation-related practice.
- Study career routes, plan for festival submission and craft your online portfolio.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Access to HE Diploma - M: 15 credits
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We may also accept you, if you have limited qualifications but can show evidence of ability and a genuine commitment to studying Media Arts and Communication. We treat the foundation year as part of the Media Arts and Communication degree programme. Offers made to students will be for four years of study (or five years of study including a placement). This is made up of the foundation year plus one of our Media Arts and Communication degrees.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Digital-media/BA-Honours-Animation-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time/
Additional entry requirements
Other
Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. |
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Digital-media/BA-Honours-Animation-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Undergraduate home tuition fees for 2026/27 are not yet confirmed. Please check our website for further details. Our tuition fee for UK students in 2025/26 is:
• £9,535 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £9,535 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2026/27:
• £18,000 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB