MA Motion Graphics
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course will develop your skills in motion design and animated graphics. You will learn the software you need to get ahead in this demanding industry while being given the opportunity to apply your ideas in real world situations. Your study is in our dedicated studio shared with students on Heritage & Exhibition Design, Design for Interactive Experience and Lighting Design.
Through shared and dedicated modules, you will establish and develop your own practice within this exciting area. You will develop work for screens at varying sizes as well as projections on surfaces and objects, your work will focus on a variety of use cases such as infographics for exhibitions, interstitial clips and moving images.
Key highlights
- Develops skills in motion design and animated graphics
- Learn industry software and apply ideas in real-world situations
- Dedicated studio shared with interactive, exhibition and lighting design students
- Create work for screens of varying sizes and surface projections
- Projects include exhibition infographics, interstitial clips and moving images
- Shared and dedicated modules help establish your own creative practice
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include art & design or related discipline; or above
Scholarships
Harilela Scholarship
Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.
Up to £2,500June Scholarship
We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.
Careers this course leads to
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Motion Designer
- Animator
- Projection Mapping Artist
- Exhibition Media Designer
- Broadcast Graphics Designer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,615 | International: £19,750
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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