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The Art of Computer Animation (3D) at Escape Studios - UCAS

Escape Studios

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Coventry University

The Art of Computer Animation (3D)

Course summary

Breathe life into characters and creatures and produce entertaining performances for the world to enjoy. Advancements in technology and the boom of the VFX industry have made computer animation one of the fastest growing industries, with an estimated value of £1.6bn in the UK only (source Creative UK). Whether it's in CGI animated movies, live-action films, commercials, TV or video games, there’s never been a better time to join the creative world. This course has been developed with professional Animators to give you the skills you need to make your mark in a studio. Along with technical and creative skills, you’ll develop your experience and soft skills and build your network of industry contacts. All of this will lead you to produce a killer portfolio and turn your passion into a successful career. You’ll explore a range of animation techniques. Intensive hands-on tutorials will be taught in our London industry-standard facilities, by experienced tutors who’ve worked on the likes of The Lion King, Godzilla and Doctor Strange.

Modules

FIRST YEAR (LEVEL 4) All undergraduate students study common modules in their first year. This will give you the all-round skills needed to become a professional, and a chance to choose a different specialism between VFX, animation and game art if you change your mind before your second year. • Creative foundations - Craft (30 credits) • Creative foundations - Project (30 credits) • Video game art - Core (15 credits) • Computer animation - Core (15 credits) • Compositing for VFX - Core (15 credits) • 3D for VFX - Core (15 credits) SECOND YEAR (Level 5 - 120 credits) From your second year, you’ll start to specialise in 3D computer animation and work in teams on industry-style projects. • Computer animation (3D) - Pro (30 credits) • Computer animation (3D) - Advanced (30 credits) • Specialism (15 credits) • Industry studio project (45 credits) THIRD YEAR (LEVEL 6) By your third year, you’ll be working in a team just like a fully-functioning independent studio, alongside developing an in-depth knowledge of your chosen specialisation. • Advanced Specialism (30 credits) • Professional Practice (30 credits) • Professional Studio Project (60 credits). For a summary of each module please see the course page of our website: https://www.pearsoncollegelondon.ac.uk/find-a-course/undergraduate/ba-ma-the-art-of-computer-animation-integrated-masters.html Detailed module specifications can be downloaded from: https://www.pearsoncollegelondon.ac.uk/for-students/current-students/modules-specification.html

Assessment method

Formative assessment: The majority of modules contain at least one piece of practice or ‘formative’ assessment for which you receive feedback. Formative assessments are developmental and do not count towards your overall module mark. Summative assessment breakdown: For Level 4 and 5 modules, your assessment will be split into two parts: 75% Product - You will be required to create a product (short computer animation, rendered image of a 2D or 3D object composited shot, etc.) to a specified brief, then present it in front of a panel and demonstrate how you have met the learning outcomes in your work. 25% Retrospective - You will be required to write a reflective analysis and present this for moderation and assessment. Level 6 One module will be assessed just like level 4 and 5 modules; for two other modules (Advanced Specialism, Professional Practice), 100% of the mark will be based on a self-evaluative portfolio. In order to progress to the next stage (from first to second year, and from second to third year), you will have to achieve 120 credits at the end of the academic year. For further information, please see the Student Handbook: https://www.pearsoncollegelondon.ac.uk/for-students/current-students/student-handbooks.html

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
I700
Institution code:
P34
Campus name:
Escape Studios
Campus code:
P

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We’re currently unable to accept international students who would require a student visa onto our undergraduate courses. This may change in the future.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio

Once we receive your UCAS application, you’ll be invited to submit an online portfolio of your work. We take students who have the talent to succeed, and we know the best way to judge this is not limited to a set of academic grades. Our tutors will review your portfolio to determine whether we can offer you a place. Head over to our website to find out more and download our portfolio guide. Please copy paste the link into your browser: https://www.escapestudios.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)66.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in speaking and listening

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
The Art of Computer Animation (3D) at Escape Studios - UCAS