BA (Hons) Animation – UK University Programme

Bring Stories to Life Through the Art of Animation

Animation is the magic that transforms imagination into moving reality, captivating audiences across films, games, advertising, and digital media. Our BA (Hons) Animation at our creative UK university offers comprehensive exploration of animation principles, techniques, and digital tools, developing both your creativity and technical expertise to create compelling animated content across 2D, 3D, stop-motion, and motion graphics formats.

Located in Central London university district’s thriving creative hub, you’ll study at the heart of Europe’s animation and film industry, with direct access to renowned animation studios, post-production facilities, and the companies creating tomorrow’s animated entertainment.

Why Choose This Programme?

Industry-Standard Training: Master both traditional and digital animation methods using professional software including Maya, Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom, Cinema 4D, and Blender. Our curriculum reflects current industry practices and emerging animation technologies.

Complete Creative Development: Perfect balance of artistic vision, storytelling mastery, and technical proficiency. Learn character design, visual effects, motion graphics, and experimental animation techniques while developing your unique creative voice.

Professional Portfolio Building: Create a comprehensive portfolio showcasing diverse animation styles and techniques. Work on collaborative projects that simulate real-world industry workflows, preparing you for immediate career success.

Industry Connections: Learn from practicing animators, visual effects artists, and creative directors who bring current industry knowledge and professional networks directly into the classroom.

Flexible Study Options

Top Up Degree in UK: Direct entry to Level 6 for students with relevant Level 5 qualifications in Animation or related creative disciplines

UK Universities for International Students: Comprehensive support including creative portfolio guidance, industry networking opportunities, and career services focused on the dynamic animation sector

Study in UK: Full-time programme designed for both domestic and international students seeking world-class animation education

Your Creative Animation Journey

Foundation Year (Level 4)

Master foundations of animation, drawing and visual storytelling, introduction to digital tools and techniques, principles of motion and timing, and creative media skills. Build the artistic and technical foundation essential for professional animation practice.

Development Year (Level 5)

Advance to character design and development, 3D modelling and animation, storyboarding and pre-production, visual effects and compositing, and interactive animation and multimedia. Explore collaborative workflows and industry-standard production pipelines.

Specialization Year (Level 6)

Excel in advanced animation techniques, professional practice and portfolio development. Complete a Final Major Project (Animation Film or Series), master motion graphics and experimental animation, and participate in Industry Collaboration Projects with real animation studios.

Hands-On Creative Experience

Experience animation through industry-standard facilities including dedicated animation studios, motion capture equipment, and professional-grade workstations. Work with cutting-edge software including Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Cinema 4D, and emerging VR/AR animation tools.

Our assessment approach eliminates traditional exam pressure, instead evaluating your capabilities through creative projects, portfolio development, presentations, and written reflections that demonstrate both artistic vision and technical competency.

Career Impact and Creative Opportunities

Graduates enter exciting, creative roles across entertainment, advertising, and digital media industries. Career opportunities include Animator (2D/3D), Character Designer, Motion Graphics Artist, Visual Effects Artist, Storyboard Artist, Game Animator, and Multimedia Designer positions with excellent creative and career growth potential.

The programme provides excellent preparation for freelance animation work, creative entrepreneurship, or masters in UK specialization in advanced animation, visual effects, or digital media innovation.

Entry Requirements & Application Process

Standard Entry: 112-128 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent qualifications, preferably with art, design, or media-related subjects

Top-Up Entry: Direct entry to Level 6 with relevant Level 5 qualifications in Animation or related creative disciplines

International Students: English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all components) – UK universities without IELTS options available for qualifying students

University Application: Streamlined online application process with dedicated admissions support for creative programmes, including portfolio development guidance

Affordable Animation Education

As one of the low cost universities in UK for international students, we offer exceptional value for professional animation education. Our Central London location provides unique advantages compared to other universities in London for international students, with direct access to the UK’s most vibrant animation and creative media ecosystem.

Industry Integration and Management Courses UK

This programme incorporates essential leadership and management courses UK components through professional practice modules, preparing you for senior creative roles or successful independent animation practice. Strong industry partnerships provide networking opportunities, internships, and direct pathways to employment with leading animation studios and creative agencies.

Modern Animation Facilities

Study with industry-standard animation equipment, motion capture technology, and professional workstations equipped with the latest animation software. Access to screening facilities, sound recording studios, and collaborative workspace that mirror professional animation production environments.

Start Your Animation Career – Apply Now

With multiple intakes throughout the year, you can begin your animation journey when it suits your schedule. Apply now for our full-time programme delivered from our modern Central London campus with cutting-edge animation facilities.

University Admission is supported by our expert admissions team who understand the animation industry and can guide you through creative portfolio development. Join one of the best universities in UK for innovative animation education.

Comprehensive Creative Support

Explore our range of university courses UK and discover why we’re recognized among the top universities in UK for animation and creative media disciplines. Selected online university courses UK options provide additional flexibility for theoretical modules while maintaining essential hands-on studio practice.

Animation Industry Connections

London’s animation industry includes major studios working on blockbuster films, award-winning television series, and innovative digital content. Our programme connects you directly with this thriving ecosystem through guest lectures, studio visits, and collaboration opportunities.

Future-Proof Creative Skills

Animation skills are increasingly valuable across entertainment, advertising, education, and technology sectors. This programme positions you at the forefront of visual storytelling innovation, with versatile creative and technical abilities that adapt to evolving industry demands.

Ready to bring your imagination to life through animation? Apply for university today and discover how this programme can launch your career in one of the world’s most exciting and influential creative industries.

Contact our admissions team to discuss your university application, portfolio requirements, and begin your journey toward becoming a professional animator in London’s dynamic creative animation ecosystem.