This degree focuses on storytelling through 2D and 3D moving visuals, blending traditional and digital techniques to bring characters, worlds, and ideas to life. You’ll gain hands-on experience with animation production, including character design, rigging, narrative structure, and lighting. The course prepares students to craft animated experiences for film, TV, games, and online platforms, emphasizing artistic expression, technology, and narrative mastery. You will also collaborate with industry professionals, mentors, and fellow students to produce compelling animated works. The program offers flexibility to combine the animation major with minors like games design, graphic design, or interaction design, enabling you to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals.
Why this course is highly recommended
The course is ideal for students passionate about storytelling through visuals and animation, offering industry-standard software and practical experience. It prepares graduates for careers in animation, 3D art, VFX, and related fields, equipping them with the skills to produce work that resonates across various audiences and platforms.
The primary focus is on animation, with opportunities to enhance your degree by choosing minors such as games design, graphic design, or interaction design from within or outside the School of Creative Arts.
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
15.33L
Living cost
Students must complete 24 units, including 8 core courses, an 8-unit major in digital design (animation), potentially a second 8-unit major or a combination of minors, and 4 elective courses. While studying, students need access to personal storage and a capable personal computer for software and real-time applications.

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Graduates can look forward to careers as 2D or 3D animators, 3D artists, technical artists, or visual effects artists, with opportunities across film, television, gaming, and online content creation.