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Animation and Games Art - BA (Hons)

University of Sunderland

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University of Sunderland
UCAS CODE: W221

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Sir Tom Cowie Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Develop key digital skills in 2D and 3D animation. Learn the core principles of character-led animation. Gain expertise in industry-standard software, learning traditional and new animation techniques. Become industry-ready and unlock your potential to work on the next big animated movie or game.

The animation, games and visual effects (VFX) industries are always searching for new talent. BA (Hons) Animation and Games Art allows you to explore and develop both traditional and new techniques, learning key digital skills in 2D and 3D as well as the core principles of character-led animation.You'll have the opportunity to work on industry-led briefs and entries for festivals and competitions such as Encounters, RTS awards, 11 Second Club and E4 Stings. We’re affiliated with Game Republic too, it's all part of our commitment to help you become industry ready.We place Animation and Games Art within the broader context of design to help you keep your career options open. You will also have the creative freedom and flexibility to develop your specific areas of interest, gaining transferable skills crucial for employability.If you have previously studied an HNC, HND, Foundation Degree or started a degree elsewhere in a relevant subject you may gain direct entry to join this course at Stage 2 or 3.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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Tuition fees

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£ 17,500per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 112 - 96

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University information

University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Art & Design

    32nd out of 82 21

  • Entry standards

    / Max 243
    132 54%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    33rd

    21

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    8th

    4

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