3D Computer Animation, MA, at Bournemouth University (BU)

3D Computer Animation, MA, Bournemouth University (BU)

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MA	Full-time	1 year	September	GBP 11000 per year	GBP 18750 per year

About 3D Computer Animation, MA - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU?

High Ranking Course: Study at the UK's top animation school, ranked second in Europe and third globally (Animation Career Review 2023), and accredited by ScreenSkills and the Unreal Academic Partnership.
Industry-Ready Skills: Develop skills for a variety of fields including films, games, TV, commercials, scientific visualisation, virtual environments, and more, ensuring you're prepared for diverse career opportunities.
Collaborative Learning: Collaborate with students across NCCA Master’s courses, gaining real-world experience in creative and technical teamwork, crucial for industry success.
Professional Insights: Attend masterclasses and lectures from industry professionals and BU alumni from leading companies such as Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Framestore, and Industrial Light & Magic.
Capstone Project: Complete a Master’s project with dedicated production time, showcased at a degree show in London attended by top industry recruiters, enhancing your employability.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Study in a professional studio environment with industry-standard 2D and 3D software, motion capture studio, green screen studio, and animation labs.
Strong Industry Links: Benefit from our connections with top VFX and animation studios like Pixar, DreamWorks, EA Games, and Sony Picture Image Works, with graduates contributing to high-profile projects such as Avatar, Star Wars, and Inception.
Recognised Excellence: Our Houdini and Rookies certifications highlight the quality of our courses, ensuring our students are highly sought after by industry leaders.
BFX Festival: Participate in the annual BFX Festival hosted by Bournemouth University, featuring a week-long schedule of inspiring talks, panels, and masterclasses delivered by industry experts, fostering the next generation of artists, technicians, and engineers.

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, 2021).

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.

Notes about fees for this course

Scholarships rewarding academic achievement available from £2,000. Find out more. For more fees and funding information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pg-funding

Entry requirements

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject. A portfolio is also required in support of your application. For more information see our full entry requirements.

If English is not your first language IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading.

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3D Computer Animation, MA, Bournemouth University (BU)

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About 3D Computer Animation, MA - at Bournemouth University (BU)

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Entry requirements

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