Course summary
Our degree in animation is designed to provide all the skills you need to get into the film, TV, visual or video game industries. This animation degree covers a range of subjects, from 2D and 3D animation and storytelling to the technical computing skills you need for animation practice. Optional modules help you develop specific skills for work in games, VFX, film and television. These skills are also useful for other industries, such as design, advertising, or architecture and medical imaging. To join this degree, you should ideally have a background in art/design and have attempted creative production of some kind, such as photography, video or fine art. The key is to show great visual communication skills. Popular career options for animation graduates include VFX and video games companies, advertising studios, and digital interactive media. What you should know about this course
- Gain the key skills and practices of animation in a collaborative setting, and learn more about the entire production process
- Combine general animation with the specialist skills you need for the VFX, games, film and TV industries
- Develop creative aesthetics across multiple areas of general animation, such as character design, 3D modelling, motion graphics, etc.
- The course reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the animation industry. It will suit a variety of backgrounds in traditional / digital art and design
- The degree offers interrelated subjects in 3D modelling and animation, 2D animation practice, digital sculpting, and software / hardware skills.
Modules
All degree courses are made of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures. Module content, and how each is module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
On this course, students are assessed through a combination of course work, exams and practical assessment where relevant. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assessments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
How to apply
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
- Course code:
- GW42
- Institution code:
- G70
- Campus name:
- University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
- Campus code:
- G
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
We also accept UCAS points from alternative Level 3 qualifications including: BTEC Nationals, the International Baccalaureate and Scottish and Irish Highers
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Applicants to whom the University wishes to consider making an offer will first be required to submit a portfolio and/or undertake an assessment AND will also be interviewed.
Portfolio
Applicants to whom the University wishes to consider making an offer will first be required to submit a portfolio and/or undertake an assessment AND will also be interviewed.
English language requirements
For more information about our English Language Requirements, please click on the following link.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Unistats information
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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 |
EU | £15100 | Year 1 |
International | £15100 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS