Illustration and Animation BA (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
Our BA (Hons) Illustration and Animation degree navigates the realms of animation and illustration. It crafts a unique practice that merges the two disciplines. You will learn both analogue and digital techniques.
You will learn about printmaking, 2D drawn animation, and 3D printing. Develop a wide range of skills that make you stand out in the changing creative industries. Explore the connection between animation and illustration.
This illustration and animation course does not focus on filmmaking like the BA (Hons) Animation programme. Engage in diverse projects from traditional printmaking to cutting-edge 3D printing Learn both analogue and digital skills in platforms like After Effects and Maya Collaborate across disciplines. Gain a competitive edge through interdisciplinary expertise and technical support Book for an open day
Key highlights
- Combines illustration and animation into one interdisciplinary creative practice
- Covers printmaking, 2D drawn animation and 3D printing
- Builds analogue and digital skills in After Effects and Maya
- Focuses on illustration and animation rather than filmmaking
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration with dedicated technical support
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D* Access to…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- Additional condition: portfolio — All applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio.
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Illustrator
- 2D animator
- 3D animator
- Motion graphics designer
- Printmaker
- Concept artist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per year
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 University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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