Bachelor of Digital Design (Animation)

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

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University of Southern Queensland

Australia , Toowoomba

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Course Code

103177G

Campuses

Springfield

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Feb-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 28,240 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Feb-2026

Bachelor of Digital Design (Animation)

About

Overview

Become an expert in storytelling using 2D and 3D moving visuals with the Bachelor of Digital Design (Animation).
Immerse yourself in the experience of bringing characters, worlds and ideas to life. Use a blend of traditional and digital techniques and portray your vision through 2D and 3D mediums.
Using industry standard software, gain hands-on experience with animation production, including character design, character rigging, narrative structure and 3D lighting and rendering.
Craft compelling animated experiences for film, TV, games and online platforms using artistic expression, technology and narrative mastery.
Produce captivating, animated works that resonate with a wide range of audiences by collaborating with industry professionals, mentors and fellow students.
Customise your degree by combining the animation major with a digital design minor such as games design, graphic design, or interaction design, or select another study option within or outside the School of Creative Arts.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Portfolio and interview entry information

If you do not meet the international undergraduate entry requirement, you can apply for a portfolio and interview entry where applicants must provide:

A portfolio of design work. There should be at least eight high quality images of past work and can include digital work or images of physical artefacts.
A written statement (500 words) addressing what inspires you to want to become a designer in a particular discipline.
A school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieved.

Please register for an interview. Once registered, we will review your portfolio and invite you to be interviewed. Please apply for your degree before registering to interview.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), or if you're a domestic student you can apply to study UniSQ Ready courses TPP0122 and TPP0123.

Career

Career outcomes

After studying a Bachelor of Digital Design (Animation) there are many careers you could pursue such as animator (2D or 3D), 3D artist, technical artist or visual effects (VFX) artist.