3D Animation

Course Overview

Animation is everywhere. TV, in film, on your smart phone, on the web, and in games. The animation industry is growing from strength to strength, involving more and more media.

We give you all the vital skills and knowledge to succeed in the sector. This course includes both academic and practical elements giving you the edge you need to impress employers.

What will this course cover?

We place a strong emphasis on character and creature animation in a digital environment. With a focus on cutting edge technical and creative skills, you'll learn how to develop original creative content.

You will also gain an awareness of current challenges faced in the animation industry, with an opportunity to conduct your own research in this exciting and rapidly developing field.

Learn about 3D animation from anywhere in the world. Our 3D animation MA is a one-of-a- kind course. It's delivered exclusively online, allowing you to fit in your studies around your personal and professional commitments. You can study at a pace and time that suits you, with no need to attend the University.

Bucks is proud to partner with the online animation school Animation Apprentice, founded by award-winning animator Alex Williams, whose film credits include Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, The Lion King, The Iron Giant, and the last three Harry Potter films.

Course Details

The UK is home to some of the best animators and visual effects artists in the world. Here at Bucks, we're close to innovative studios in London. We also have our own editing and recording suites, equipped with the same tools as the professionals. Our goal is to provide the best animation education in the world.

Strong links and contacts with key industry partners

Our contacts include many of the relevant post-production/animation houses in Soho, London, such as FrameStore and Cinesite. We also have an education/industry partnership with leading motion capture company, Centroid, based at Pinewood and Shepperton Studios, England, along with good contacts in California studios with Walt Disney and Pixar.

A friendly, experienced and talented teaching team

At Bucks, our dedicated and supportive course team have extensive industry track records, as well as involvement in a range of project and consultancy activity.

Our online lecturers bring with them a wealth of experience, working as animators on feature films such as the Harry Potter series, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lion King. Their knowledge makes sure you develop the skills you'll need as a professional 3D animator.

Interactive learning

Just because the course is online it doesn't mean you won't interact with us here at Bucks. We'll support you throughout your MA and supply engaging material to enhance your learning. There's also the chance to join Skype sessions, engage in discussions online and watch videos we stream.

What are the course entry requirements?

We look for students with a minimum of 2:2 degree classification from an animation degree programme or from a related discipline. We also accept applications on an individual basis and will consider industry professionals who have developed the right skills through work.

All students will need to submit an online portfolio of work to support their application. We also ask prospective students for an interview - either face-to-face, phone or online.

For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages.

How do I apply?

For application details please visit bucks.ac.uk/applying-to-bucks