Master of Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide

Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 32,881 / year(s)

Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

Master of Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

About

With our Master of Design specialising in Illustration and Animation, you’ll develop advanced skills as an adaptable and dynamic designer. We’ll equip you to be a storyteller of the future, with the ability to evolve in an ever-changing industry. Gain the knowledge and proficiency to shape a successful creative future.

You’ll take your learning from theory to practical. Learn curriculum that is industry-relevant and practical in nature. Get hands-on experience to take your career to the next level.

Discover and develop advanced skills in innovative tools to support your creative process, from planning to delivery. You’ll graduate with the expertise to apply research in creative projects and go beyond creativity to understand the why and the how.

Be prepared to make meaningful contributions to the world in various ways, blending creativity with communication to enrich our lives, culture, and industries.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.

Additional requirements

Applicants must submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.

Portfolio of work: a digital portfolio of up to 15 images of works. List all images with name, title, date, medium and dimensions;
Curriculum Vitae (CV): include your drawing software experience and career achievements, with particular emphasis on those relevant to your proposed program of study;
Statement of intent: outline your overall career objectives for undertaking the proposed program of study, together with a summary of your specific aims for developing your creative and professional skills. Make sure you identify your chosen discipline area. This statement must be 500 words or less.

English Program Requirements

IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

Career

Career outcomes

Illustration and Animation is a dynamic and growing field with exciting opportunities for creative professionals.

Transform your artistic vision into a thriving career with the Master of Design specialising in Illustration and Animation. This program equips you with a versatile skill set, preparing you to succeed in the creative industries across a wide range of roles and sectors.

You could animate unforgettable characters for film or television, design captivating storyboards that shape visual narratives, or bring your imagination to life as a concept artist for games or interactive media. Perhaps you’ll create compelling illustrations for publishing or advertising or explore cutting-edge technologies like augmented reality and virtual reality to develop innovative digital experiences.

Careers to consider include:

Animator
Creative director
Concept artist
Illustrator
Storyboard artist
Motion graphics designer
Technical illustrator
Graphic designer
Content creator.

You might also pursue opportunities in industries such as broadcasting and film, visual effects, design agencies, product development, emerging technologies, and independent creative ventures in advertising or publishing.

Industry trends

The projected employment growth in the Australian Information Media and Telecommunications industry is expected to grow nearly 15 per cent in the next 10 years (2024 – 2034) (Jobs and Skills Australia).

Some of the art and creative design jobs most in demand are in interior design, web design, illustration and graphic design (Jobs and Skills Australia).

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

32,881 / year(s)

Master of Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide