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Animation BA (Hons)

York St John University

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York St John University
UCAS CODE: WW65

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    York St John University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Study different production techniques as you bring your ideas and characters to life. It's time to start your career in animation.Animation is a type of visual communication. It combines the use of technology with the craft of art and illustration to tell engaging stories. We will give you the knowledge and practical animation skills to identify and solve design communication problems.On this course you will learn to animate using different production techniques. This includes stop motion, computer generated and both paper and 2d digital hand drawn techniques. A series of practical projects will cover each animation method and, as you explore each approach, you will learn about:Story and narrativeStoryboards and previsualisationEnvironment and production designCharacter design and animationAnimation pipelines and postproduction processes.You will consider the use of these techniques in film, TV, and game industries. You will investigate the principles of cinematography and direction, important elements of telling your story as an animation director.These practical explorations of animation will give you the technical abilities you need to succeed. We will also teach you how to understand an animation brief, pitch an idea and manage your time when working on projects. By the end of the course you will have a show reel of diverse animation work to share with the world.We will introduce you to the history of animation. You will look at the principles that inform animation methods and production processes. Unpick how animation has developed as technology has evolved. Immerse yourself in the subject and understand animation from more than a practical level.You will also gain experiences that make you stand out. We give you opportunities to:Work with students from other courses to enrich your learningComplete work placements in industry and learn from visiting professionalsVisit international cities to find new inspirationExhibit your work at our annual degree show, the perfect way to build a professional network.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 14,000per year

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UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 104

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University information

York St John University

York St John University

  • University League Table

    101st

  • Campus address

    York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, York, YO31 7EX, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Art & Design

    65th out of 84 5

    100th out of 117 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 239
    123 51%

    62nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    15th

    24

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    25th

    5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    106 47%

    111th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    57th

    35

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    27th

    19

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