Animation MA

This intensive, practice-based programme develops your range of skills in animated performance to meet industry demands and development, preparing you for a career as a 3D character animator.

Designed by staff with extensive industry experience in film, TV and games, the course supports the development of key professional skills in body mechanics, acting, and facial and performance capture. Gain insight into wider pre-production and production pipelines, and collaborate with students across other animation disciplines on industry-led briefs and short films, emulating real-world studio workflows. Access dedicated animation studios equipped with industry-standard software, performance capture facilities, a fully equipped sound stage, green screen and an LED wall.

Our graduates work at leading studios worldwide, including Sony Pictures, Industrial Light & Magic, Animal Logic, Blue Zoo, Imaginarium and Rockstar North.

We are ranked 3rd in the UK, 9th in Europe and 20th in the world in the Animation Career Review International Animation School Rankings 2026. (207 colleges considered, tees.ac.uk/source).

Teesside University is ranked the top North East University for Animation & Game Design in the Guardian University Guide 2026. (58 institutions ranked, tees.ac.uk/source).

Visit Teesside University’s website for further information including start dates and how to apply. You may wish to study our two year advanced practice route which enhances your qualification by adding a vocational or research-based internship.