BA (Hons) Motion Design at Ravensbourne University London

Programme overview

You'll gain key skills in animation, storytelling, graphic design, 2D/3D software, video production, and experiential design, using industry-standard tools like After Effects and Cinema 4D to create motion graphics for film, TV, online, and live events. Through strong industry connections, you'll meet guest speakers, visit studios, and gain real-world experience. In your final year, receive expert advice on portfolio development and job market preparation.

Faculty: Design | Duration: 3 years (4 years with optional integrated foundation year) | Study mode: full-time; optional integrated foundation year route available (UCAS W282) | Intake: Sep 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Key study topics: Short form narrative; Software skills; Animation and design principles; Visual communication and typography; Video production; Information design; Branding; Experiential design; Industry context and design history. Modules: Year 1: Rave Beginnings, Image Creation, Image & Industry: Visual Narratives, Contemporary Visual Cultures: Images & Motion, Motion Design for Social Media, Employability & Professionalism. Year 2: Immersive Worlds, Art Narrative & Industry, Preparing for Industry, Design Studio, Immersive Media, Live & Work-based Learning. Year 3: Situating Practice, Industry Partner, Rave Futures, Major Project Production.

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Entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English in addition to any of the below; Three A Levels at grade BBC or above; BTEC Extended Diploma at grade DMM; UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma; T Level (pass or above); Access to Higher Education Diploma; International Baccalaureate at grade 25 or above; Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 112 UCAS Tariff points. Selection criteria: Students should ideally have a background in art, creative media or design. Admission onto this course is also subject to successful completion of a portfolio (or showreel). We may also consider a combination of portfolio and academic qualifications and take into consideration progress made during studies and/or relevant work experience. If you wish to study our BA (Hons) Motion Graphics degree, we will need to see examples of previous work that showcases your suitability for the course. We don't require you to necessarily have any motion graphics or moving image work in your portfolio, although this is desirable, we do expect you to demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the subject. UCAS course code: W280.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Fees apply to 2026-27 entry only; subject to change for 2027-28 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Fees apply to 2026-27 entry only; subject to change for 2027-28 entry. Source

Intake: Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years (4 years with optional integrated foundation year)

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/5176e4fe-21b3-2eae-07da-9e52790e590b/motion-design?studyYear=2027

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