Master of Arts - ADVANCED 3D ANIMATION
If you have an undergraduate degree, some industry experience or a genuine love for Animation, you could take your career to the next level, with this advanced course. Upon graduating you’ll be able to showcase an industry-standard animated short or showreel, which could help you join this ever-growing industry.
Why study this subject?
The UK has created some of the most influential and loved animation, which is recognised globally.
Tax reliefs for animation have made production in the UK more attractive than ever. There were 35 British animations completed in 2019-20 which claimed Animation tax relief (ATR), with UK expenditure of £83 million.
Since the relief was introduced, 305 animations have made claims, accounting for £519 million of UK expenditure.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
This course will offer you the chance to focus on creating high quality animation or animated sequence. During your time with BNU you will be supported by knowledgeable lecturers and industry professionals while also taking advantage of their excellent resources.
The standard of animation at BNU is very high and this is reflected in the proportion of their students who go on to work successfully in the industry afterwards. They also run small classes which ensures that students gain meaningful access to their tutors.
What facilities can you use?
During your time on this course you’ll spend your time split between our High Wycombe Campus and Pinewood Studio, animation teaching base. On campus you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art library, computer suites and student services.
You’ll also be able to access a range of specialist software and hardware, including;
- Maya
- ZBrush
- Nuke
- Mari
- Substance Suite
- Marvellous Designer
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Cinema 4D
- Redshift Renderer
- Shotgun
- Houdini
- Houdini Engine
- Unreal Engine
- Megascans Asset library
- Advanced Skeleton
- And Ziva among other useful pieces of software
This can all be accessed online through our virtualised computer system which will provide you with all the necessary hardware power to complete the course no matter where you are based. BNU's licences can also be accessed and used on your own machines by using our Bucks Anywhere service.
What will you study?
On this degree you will cover abroad range of topics, from researching into the field of animation, looking at both historical and contemporary practice, to drafting a short sequence of your own derived from your research findings.
You will also look at the wider production pipeline needed for an animation, covering areas such as;
- modelling
- rigging
- texturing
- and lighting
Lastly, you’ll enter the preproduction phase before moving on to the production phase for your main project. This may be a continuation of your short sequence or something new and may be done individually or in a group.
How will you be taught and assessed?
Buckinghamshire new university understand that to succeed on a creative course, you must be hands-on with learning. That’s why this degree is 70% practical work and 30% will involve reflective learning journals, presentations and academic reports.
This course will be delivered through lecturers, group sessions and 1:1s with tutors. You’ll also take part in a range of workshops, talks and lecturers with current industry professionals.
We encourage you to enter competitions, which will challenge you to produce your best work, and access feedback on your works in progress. We also run a monthly art challenge and provide additional life drawing classes, including online.
What are your career prospects?
This course helps you grow and develop your skillset and create an industry-standard showreel. Get to know where your interests and talent lies, ready for the career you desire.
Employers are looking for animators and digital artists to fill their ever-growing art teams. Your MA shows that you are not just an excellent practitioner, but also that you can engage in critical thinking at an advanced level and understand the theory behind the craft. The skills you learn on this MA Advanced 3D Animation course are transferable to any kind of animation.
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