BA 2D Animation and Stop Motion with Foundation Year
Course overview
This BA (Hons) 2D Animation and Stop Motion (with Foundation Year) course teaches students how to create stories and bring their characters to life. It covers important animation skills, including drawing, planning visuals, how to film scenes, hand-drawn 2D animation, and stop motion techniques. Students will also learn about the animation preparation and production stages.
Students gain hands-on experience by working on group projects with other animation students. The university has special 2D animation studios with industry-standard software, workshops, and stop-motion studios equipped with lighting, cameras, and green screens for filming.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement where they explain why they want to apply for the course and share other relevant details about their studies. An academic or employer reference is also needed. Students can upload their CV with their application to show any work experience they have.
Grade Requirements:
- For the Foundation Year, the offer is 96-112 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications.
- If your Level 3 qualifications do not include a creative subject like art, design, drawing, animation, or games art/design, you will need to provide a portfolio. This portfolio should show your basic drawing skills and creative ability.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to achieve an overall score in IELTS, along with minimum scores in each section, or submit equivalent recognised test scores.
- For computing and creative arts subjects, an IELTS score of 5.5 is often required.
Career opportunities
Graduates from this programme can find roles in various areas, including:
- 2D Animator
- Stop Motion Animator
- Assistant Animator
- Concept Artist
- Game Artist
Cost of study
International students' tuition fee is £17,000 a year.
Admission
You can apply for the BA (Hons) 2D Animation and Stop Motion (with Foundation Year) course online through UCAS or the University's online platform. You can speak to our trained advisors for guidance.
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