Manchester Metropolitan University

Course Details

ba (hons) animation

Course Description

Taught by professional animators, this course will provide you with a solid understanding of animation production. Recognised as one of the largest media hubs in Europe, Manchester is a vibrant city with a wealth of opportunities to connect with the animation sector. Through the course you will learn cutting edge computer animation and the underlying principles of motion, performance and expression. The course focusses on the art, motion and storytelling fundamentals that are at the heart of all animation, irrespective of technique.

Course Duration

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3year

Career outcomes

The recent move of the BBC and ITV children’s departments to MediaCityUK has enhanced an already strong children’s media ecosystem. Skilled talent in animation is necessary not only for the high-profile children’s animation programming, but also for the myriad of agencies that produce high-end animated content for gaming, marketing/advertising, e-learning, publishing, visual effects, augmented reality, architectural visualisation, app development, prototyping, etc.

ba (hons) animation Manchester Metropolitan University