Animation with Foundation Year

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Course summary
• Explore the unique capabilities of 2D, stop-motion and 3D animation.



• Supercharge your skillset using industry-standard tools and techniques.



• Share your story, perfect character performance and interpret motion.



• Adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of animation-related practice.



• Study career routes, plan for festival submission and craft your online portfolio.



By studying this course with a foundation year, you’ll begin by developing the creative, practical and academic skills needed for degree level study within the Creative Industries. You’ll learn alongside other foundation year students from across the Creative Industries Institute, becoming part of a vibrant creative community with access to specialist facilities, technical expertise and industry focused teaching. The foundation year prepares you to progress directly onto the Animation degree, while also giving you the flexibility to transfer to another Creative Industries course without needing to reapply.

On the Animation degree, through our industry-focused learning and professional connections, you’ll learn to embrace innovation, challenge expectations and develop your skills in ways that reflect your individual creative identity. You’ll explore the unique capabilities of 2D, stop-motion and 3D animation while building your expertise with industry-standard tools and techniques. As you progress, you’ll learn how to share your story, perfect character performance and interpret motion, adapting confidently to the ever-evolving landscape of animation practice. Alongside developing your creative and technical abilities, you’ll explore potential career routes, plan for festival submissions and craft a professional online portfolio that showcases your work to the industry.

**For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website:
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Art-and-design/BA-Honours-Animation-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time/**

Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community with big ambitions?

Sheffield Hallam promise hands-on learning, employer connections, lifelong career support and access to industry experience and expertise. You are even guaranteed a paid internship after you graduate (eligibility criteria apply). With 95% of graduates in work or further study after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/23), the university is focused on helping students build the skills and experience employers are looking for.

Sheffield Hallam is recognised for delivering an outstanding student experience, with a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023) and a prestigious 5 Star QS rating for teaching, employability, facilities and inclusiveness.

Every course includes real-world learning opportunities and placement options to help you become career ready. Students have worked with major organisations including IBM, Rolls-Royce, Disney, Adidas and DLA Piper.

You’ll also be studying in one of the UK’s top student cities, with buzzing nightlife, great food and the Peak District right on your doorstep.

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