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Bournemouth University: 3D Computer Animation
| Institution | Bournemouth University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | National Centre for Computer Animation |
| Web | https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate |
| futurestudents@bournemouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01202 961916 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
This Master’s is the perfect launch-pad for a career in a wide range of disciplines, including concept design, character and creature animation, modelling, lighting, rigging, texturing, compositing and simulation.
**Why study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU?**
- Develop the skills to work in a number of areas where computer animation is applied, including films, animated features, computer games, television production, commercials, illustration, scientific visualisation, flight simulation, virtual environments, architectural visualisations and interactive media.
- Collaborate with students from across the NCCA Master’s courses providing a realistic setting to discover what it’s like working with other creative and technical people
- Attend regular masterclasses and our visiting practitioners lecture series where you’ll learn about the 2D and 3D industry from practising artists and companies, including BU alumni
- Undertake a Masters project with dedicated production time to create a substantial and original project in preparation for the degree show attended by top industry recruiters
- Study in a professional studio environment, facilities include a full suite of industry-standard 2D and 3D software, a motion capture studio, green screen studio and animation labs.
**Study at the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA)**
The NCCA is one of the most established and highly regarded centres for computer graphics and animation education and research. As one of very few research-intensive animation centres in the UK, our expertise not only ensures our courses remain at the forefront of education, but also helps to define new industry practices.
The NCCA is ranked as the UK’s top animation school, second in Europe and third internationally (Animation Career Review 2022 International Animation School Rankings).
This course is industry-recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK’s screen-based industries, and carries the ScreenSkills Select quality-mark which indicates courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading. |
| Location | Talbot Campus Talbot Campus Fern Barrow Poole BH12 5BB |
Summary
**This course is now full for September 2024 entry. You may still apply, but your application will be held on a waiting list and you will be informed if a space becomes available on the course and if your application can be considered. Discover our other animation courses with vacancies. Last updated: 04.07.2024**
This Master’s is the perfect launch-pad for a career in a wide range of disciplines, including concept design, character and creature animation, modelling, lighting, rigging, texturing, compositing and simulation.
**Why study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU?**
- Develop the skills to work in a number of areas where computer animation is applied, including films, animated features, computer games, television production, commercials, illustration, scientific visualisation, flight simulation, virtual environments, architectural visualisations and interactive media.
- Collaborate with students from across the NCCA Master’s courses providing a realistic setting to discover what it’s like working with other creative and technical people
- Attend regular masterclasses and our visiting practitioners lecture series where you’ll learn about the 2D and 3D industry from practising artists and companies, including BU alumni
- Undertake a Masters project with dedicated production time to create a substantial and original project in preparation for the degree show attended by top industry recruiters
- Study in a professional studio environment, facilities include a full suite of industry-standard 2D and 3D software, a motion capture studio, green screen studio and animation labs.
**Study at the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA)**
The NCCA is one of the most established and highly regarded centres for computer graphics and animation education and research. As one of very few research-intensive animation centres in the UK, our expertise not only ensures our courses remain at the forefront of education, but also helps to define new industry practices.
The NCCA is ranked as the UK’s top animation school, second in Europe and third internationally (Animation Career Review 2022 International Animation School Rankings).
This course is industry-recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK’s screen-based industries, and carries the ScreenSkills Select quality-mark which indicates courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading. |
| Location | Talbot Campus Talbot Campus Fern Barrow Poole BH12 5BB |
Fees
| England | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
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