Animation, BA (Hons)

Course summary

Why study BA Animation at Middlesex?Discover your creative potential in animation with our unique course designed to hone your technical skills and develop your creativity in the competitive animation industry. Our high-spec facilities, including stop-motion studios, 3D printing, and an 80-workstation digital media workshop, provide an immersive learning environment. Benefit from industry connections with top studios like Aardman Animations and Netflix. Our commitment to student satisfaction, world-class facilities, and a track record of graduates joining leading studios makes Middlesex the ideal place to kickstart your career in animation.What will you learn?Begin your creative adventure, exploring traditional and digital animation practices, including 2D, motion graphics, stop motion, and 3D computer animation. Learn from award-winning animation directors and industry professionals, developing your skills in scriptwriting, character development, and animation production. Stay ahead with insights from renowned guest speakers and workshops. Our state-of-the-art animation studios offer hands-on experience, and you'll graduate with a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your abilities. From emotive screenplays to effective film editing, our course equips you with the skills to thrive in the evolving world of animation.How do we support your career development?We prioritize your success with strong links to art and design employers, sponsorship opportunities, and visiting lectures from industry leaders. Our degree opens doors to diverse roles, including animation director, motion graphic designer, and CGI animator. Benefit from our industry-standard applications and specialized facilities, fostering an environment where creativity flourishes. Our graduates have a proven track record of securing roles in live music visuals, theatre productions, and more. With us, you not only learn animation but also acquire the skills to forge a successful and entrepreneurial career in the dynamic animation industry.Introducing our new Learning FrameworkAfter working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/

For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/animation