MA Animation at Teesside University

Programme overview

An intensive, practice-based MA developing animated performance skills to prepare graduates for careers as 3D character animators. It is designed by staff with film, TV and games experience and includes a week at the Animex International Festival.

Department: Animation, Concept Art & Visual Effects | Duration: September start: 1 year; January start: 16 months (full-time). Part-time: 2 years (September) or 28 months (January) | Intake: January or September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six core modules: AVFX Group Project, Body Mechanics, Character Performance, Creatures, Industry Research and Development, and The Art of Performance Capture. Teaching is through keynote lectures, tutorials and case studies with guest industry speakers.

Career pathways

Graduates work at studios including Sony Pictures, Industrial Light & Magic, Animal Logic, Blue Zoo, Imaginarium and Rockstar North. Employability events include ExpoTees, Animex Festival and Student Futures activities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a UK 2.2 honours degree in animation or equivalent. Other first degree subjects may be accepted when combined with a portfolio of creative work at an acceptable standard.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,365 a year (2026/27). Full-time, standard route Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International one-year postgraduate taught master's (MSc/MA); tuition only Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: September start: 1 year; January start: 16 months (full-time). Part-time: 2 years (September) or 28

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