Are you interested in exploring animation and illustration for the creative industries? Our dynamic degree involves a range of challenging practical assignments, supporting you to develop the wide range of skills and knowledge youll need for your chosen career in television and film, the web, publishing and advertising, video games or animated special effects.
At our School of the Arts, we offer creative, student-focused courses that employers value, underpinned by the knowledge and industry experience of our high-quality staff. We update our programmes frequently to ensure...
Are you interested in exploring animation and illustration for the creative industries? Our dynamic degree involves a range of challenging practical assignments, supporting you to develop the wide range of skills and knowledge youll need for your chosen career in television and film, the web, publishing and advertising, video games or animated special effects.<br/><br/>At our School of the Arts, we offer creative, student-focused courses that employers value, underpinned by the knowledge and industry experience of our high-quality staff. We update our programmes frequently to ensure they keep up with new and emerging trends and provide the tools and techniques youll need to progress into your chosen area of employment.<br/><br/>The University of Boltons BA (Hons) Animation and Illustration with foundation year degree offers commercial understanding and supports you in developing high-level technical skills and knowledge. Starting with foundation studies that provide a structured introduction to a wide range of materials, processes and techniques, we’ll support you as you develop your own line of visual enquiry, explore different areas of art and design, and develop a sound portfolio of creative work.<br/><br/>Following the foundation year, our expert team will guide and encourage you to work to professional standards in the creative use of a wide range of illustration, animation, and digital software programmes. Building on an introduction to the basics of animation and illustration, the second half of the course offers you increasing levels of choice to specialise in either area, exploring digital and experimental means of image making. Well also support you in gaining lifelong learning skills, which will help you take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success.<br/><br/>Our diverse team are highly experienced, with both professional and academic qualifications. They have extensive experience in the animation and illustration industry and have worked for several broadcasting companies, including the BBC and Granada Television.<br/><br/>Alternatively, on successful completion of the foundation level, you can opt to transfer to one of our related art and design degrees, for instance, fashion, fine art, graphic design, photography, or textiles and surface design. You can also explore transferring to another subject area offered by the University of Bolton, such as film FX or games art.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
WW27
Institution Code
B44
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff48 Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Relevant creative and art and design-related subjects are preferred. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £63,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |