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Digital Animation and Production – (B.Sc.)
University of Greenwich
School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences| Application Deadline: | January 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 3,964 - ≈ € 10,512 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Greenwich
The development of animation in recent years has led to a high demand for people who not only have the technical ability, but artistic and creative individuals who can produce original animation and digital productions.
This degree offers students the chance to develop both traditional and technical skills in animation and digital production. These include drawing skills, 3D modelling, animation techniques, digital compositing and editing, multimedia programming and interactive environments. Industries demand that animators and digital producers can be creative and original. This course allows for original and creative minds who want to explore specialist areas of animation and develop a portfolio ready for industry.
On successful completion of this degree programme, students are able to: use the principles of animation to produce professional results; design, develop and create original computer animation (2D and 3D); create and edit digital video and sound for CD and DVD; explore future trends and developments in the creative industries; control digital media using programming skills; communicate effectively with business, computing and design professionals; use industry software to a professional level.
Career options
Possible careers in animation include TV/commercial work, web animation, video compositing and special effects, and multimedia design and production. Roles students can aim to achieve include 3D animator, digital compositor, modeller and media designer.
Contents
Year 1
* Multimedia Production (30 credits)
* Visual Studies and Web Media (30 credits)
* Digital Media, Computing and Programming (30 credits)
* Concepts of Animation (30 credits)
Year 2
* Multimedia Production (30 credits)
* 3D Animation (30 credits)
* Computers and Music (30 credits)
* One option from a list that currently includes: Design for Interaction; Web Technologies (30 credits)
Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)
Final Year
* A substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student (30 credits)
* 3D Interactive Environments (30 credits)
* Advanced Modelling and Character Animation (30 credits)
* One option from a list that currently includes: Contemporary Art and Film; Digital Creativity and Multimedia Futures; HCI and Interaction Design (30 credits)
Assessment
Students are assessed through exams, coursework and a project.
Attendance
3 years full-time / 4 years sandwich / 6 years part-time
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants should have:
160 UCAS points
FROM subjects A-levels or equivalent qualifications
PLUS GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics) or equivalent qualifications.
• Applications from students taking Access to Higher Education courses are welcome.
Language skills
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your fluency in English before you can begin a programme. The main systems for measuring this are IELTS with a minimum score of 6.0 for degree programmes or TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 for degree programmes. Recently the TOEFL computer-based test has been abolished to make way for the introduction of the Internet-based test, gradually eliminating the traditional paper-based method. Other qualifications may be satisfactory. We can tell you what is acceptable.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | High School diploma |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 550 |
Accreditation
Many of our programmes are accredited by relevant professional bodies, and Schools are proud of their strong links with professions and industry. Such strong links with employers, plus research and investment in facilities ensure that our programmes reflect the needs of industry.
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