Animation

This course is subject to validation for 2023 entry.

Our Animation BA (Hons) programme focuses on preparing students for a career in animation, including specialist areas such as motion capture, visual effects, storyboarding, 2D and 3D animation for video games and narrative development. You will be introduced to the key points in the creative process, from initial concepting through to the production of final animations. You will also develop the technical skills required to create professional standard animations for a variety of digital media formats, such as film, TV, video games and augmented or virtual reality.

• Up to date workstation hardware and software, including Wacom Cintiq Pros.
• Opportunities to take part in live projects and competitions.
• Guest lectures that provide the opportunity to meet with industry specialists. Recent visitors have included: Aardman Animations, Naughty Dog, Rare, Unity, Splash Damage, Playground Games, Codemasters, Ubisoft, and Sony.
• Opportunities to visit digital industry events such as EGX Rezzed and take part in national student competitions such as Brains Eden or Tranzfuser
• Course and module support via the course web site and University Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• A supportive approach to tuition with small class sizes (<20) and approachable tutors with practical industry experience.
• Practical working environment with emphasis on a hands-on learning experience
• Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.
• HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible students (see Eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions)

• Tawjahiya and successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
• Two-year associate degree / community college diploma (occasional Year 2 entry may be granted depending on qualification and modules studied),
• International Baccalaureate Diploma,
• Successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
• A Levels

Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.

This course will open up a range of career opportunities, including:

• Animator
• Technical Animator
• Rigging Artist
• Compositor
• Cinematic Artist
• VFX Artist
• Storyboard Artist