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Animators breathe life into stories, making even the simplest line drawing magically come alive, and engaging everyone in a language understood by all.
On our BA Animation degree, you become familiar with the techniques, principles and skills that open up the world of animation. You will learn to create the illusion of motion using time, sound and form to bring images, ideas and stories to life. You will take complex information and use traditional media as well as new and emerging media and technology to assemble meaningful narratives.
Our Animation degree course ...
Animators breathe life into stories, making even the simplest line drawing magically come alive, and engaging everyone in a language understood by all.<br/><br/>On our BA Animation degree, you become familiar with the techniques, principles and skills that open up the world of animation. You will learn to create the illusion of motion using time, sound and form to bring images, ideas and stories to life. You will take complex information and use traditional media as well as new and emerging media and technology to assemble meaningful narratives.<br/><br/>Our Animation degree course allows you to build on your critical and analytical skills. You will develop your individual voice as well as your expertise and learn how to apply your skillset across the creative industries.<br/><br/>You will engage with cutting edge studio practice, collaborate with other disciplines, explore methods and theory, work on live briefs and competitions and undertake self-directed projects.<br/><br/>Emerge as an animator with the skills, confidence and critical thinking to dive into the growing world of professional animation.
There's still time to gain an award-winning university experience at Cardiff Met, ranked a top 3 Welsh university (Uni Compare Rankings 2026).
Whatever your subject interest or career aspirations, you'll be encouraged to realise your full potential, with Cardiff Met's expert teaching staff and supportive learning environment. You'll learn about real-world problems, gain career-relevant experience through work placements and live briefs, and graduate with the skills needed to make positive change.
Cardiff Met’s professionally accredited courses are designed to set...
There's still time to gain an award-winning university experience at Cardiff Met, ranked a top 3 Welsh university (Uni Compare Rankings 2026).<br/><br/>Whatever your subject interest or career aspirations, you'll be encouraged to realise your full potential, with Cardiff Met's expert teaching staff and supportive learning environment. You'll learn about real-world problems, gain career-relevant experience through work placements and live briefs, and graduate with the skills needed to make positive change. <br/><br/>Cardiff Met’s professionally accredited courses are designed to set you up perfectly for the world of work. Alongside industry-standard teaching, you'll have access to year-round careers support, a dedicated entrepreneurship team for those looking to set up their own business and opportunities to study abroad.<br/><br/>Cardiff is also consistently ranked as one of the UK's most affordable cities (NatWest Student Living Index)! You'll be able to enjoy the food scene, nightlife, shops, green spaces, waterways and more, all on a student budget! <br/><br/>Interested in playing Sport? Cardiff Met is considered a top UK university for student sport, offering an accredited performance environment focused on ensuring you achieve both your sporting and academic aspirations.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Cardiff Met - Llandaff
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
6HJ3
Institution Code
C20
Points of Entry
Year 1
H2,H2,H2,H2
Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of two H2 grades. Minimum grade H4 considered within points.
Five GCSEs at grade C or above/grade 4 or above to include English Language and Mathematics. For Welsh applicants we will accept either GCSE Mathematics or Mathematics-Numeracy. Five Scottish National 5 subjects at grade C or above to include English Lan
96 - 120 points, considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications.
96 - 120 points, considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications.
D,D,D
C,C,C
Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
C,C,C
B,B,B
Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of three A levels.
Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as the third A level
Welsh Advanced Skills Baccalaureate considered as the third subject
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