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BA (Hons) Animation at University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our degree in animation is designed to provide all the skills you need to get into the film, TV, visual FX or video game industries. This Animation degree covers a range of subjects, from 2D and 3D animation and storytelling to the technical computer graphic skills you need for animation practice. Our modules help you develop specific skills for work in games, VFX, film and television.

Faculty: Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Design and Creative Industries  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time; sandwich  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Gain the key skills and practices of animation in a collaborative setting, and learn more about the entire production process. Combine general animation with the specialist skills you need for the VFX, games, film and TV industries. Develop creative aesthetics across multiple areas of general animation, such as character design, 3D modelling, motion graphics, etc. The course reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the animation industry. It will suit a variety of backgrounds in traditional / digital art and design.

Career pathways

The growth of digital media and the computer arts industries has created a high demand for talented designers and animators. Our animation graduates work in a range of creative industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points. Contextual Admissions: We also accept applications if you wish to transfer from another institution, and have already studied 1 or 2 years of a relevant course at level 4 or 5 and wish to continue your education at the University of Greenwich. Suitable applicants will be required to submit a portfolio.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 17,975 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich

Apply through the official page: https://www.gre.ac.uk/study/apply

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