Animation BA (Hons)

Animation BA (Hons)

The Animation course at Worcester has been designed by practising experts in the field to match the demands of both the media industry and our students. It is an exciting opportunity to graduate as a practitioner who is competent in all aspects of this developing medium. This, and experience of many digital media skills, will widen your potential employability.

All animation techniques are covered on the course. You can study computer 3D modelling and animation, digital 2D, traditional rostrum work and also stop-motion model animation. You will also learn additional skills in editing, sound, compositing and creative concept generation.

Although the course has a strong practical emphasis, it is underpinned by a sound theoretical and professional foundation. The Animation staff are experienced experts in their field and they can pass this expertise and knowledge to you.

  • 220-260 UCAS Tariff points.
  • Shortlisted applicants are invited to attend for interview and to provide a portfolio for consideration
  • Animation: Origin & Function
  • Introduction to Animation
  • Introduction to Digital Media
  • Creative Digital Imaging
  • Image & Text
  • Illustration & Printmaking
  • Introduction to Digital Film Production
  • Fine Art Practice 1
  • Introduction to Digital Sound
  • Drawing
  • 2D Animation
  • Stop-motion Animation
  • 3D Modelling & 3D Computer Animation
  • Research Methods for Digital Media
  • Drawing 2
  • Digital Sound Production
  • Negotiated Video Production
  • Fine Art Practice 2
  • Digital Video Production
  • Opening Sequences Composition for TV
  • Digital Photography & Image Manipulation
  • Creative Sound Manipulation
  • Independent Study in Animation
  • Extension Modules
  • Professional Practice
  • The Final Exhibition
  • Fine Art Practice 3
  • Studio Photography
  • Work Placement Module
  • Corporate Digital Video
  • Experimental Digital Media.
There are a variety of assessment methods employed on this course including: Reflective reports, practical work, and tutor, self & peer assessment
UCAS is the central organisation through which applications are processed for entry onto full-time undergraduate courses in Higher Education in the UK.

Animation BA (Hons) W616  BA/Ani

It is also possible to study this degree in combination with other courses. The UCAS Codes for these combinations are:

   UCAS CODE
 Animation and Creative Digital Media  WW6G BA/AniCDM
 Animation and Digital Film Production  W690   BA/AniDFP
 Animation and Fine Art Practice  WW61 BA/AniFAP
 Animation and Graphic Design & Multimedia  WWP2 BA/AniGDM
 Animation and Illustration  WW6F BA/AniIll
 Animation and Screen Writing  WW68 BA/AniASW

For the latest information, check the UCAS website at www.ucas.com

The course will enable you to develop a wide range of transferable skills, including research and analysis techniques, problem solving, communication and negotiation. Animators are in increasing demand as the industry expands. Our interdisciplinary approach gives flexibility and a wider view of the world that is attractive to employers. You will find career opportunities not only in animation production, but also television motion graphics, compositing, special effects and advertising.

Alternatively you may wish to progress to postgraduate study.