Animation BA (Hons)

Become a highly skilled animator ready for a rewarding creative career on this practice-based Animation degree course. <br/><br/>You will learn screen-based 2D and 3D animation, as well as motion graphics, title sequences, narrative and video editing for promotional design, infographics and music promotion.<br/><br/>We place an emphasis on creative and imaginative outcomes and embrace alternative and innovative approaches to construction, visualisation and interaction. <br/><br/>Our connections with local media organisations mean there are exciting opportunities available for work experience, field trips, collaboration and live projects.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- We take an experimental approach and blur the boundaries between digital and analogue processes.<br/><br/><br/>- You will be learning in a city with a thriving digital industry with opportunities for building connections.<br/><br/><br/>- We integrate theory and practice, so you graduate with a strong foundation in both fields.<br/><br/><br/>- During your degree you will explore a range of design approaches.<br/><br/><br/>- Your lecturers are a team of industry professionals.<br/><br/><br/>- You will use specialist software and equipment.<br/><br/><br/>- There is an emphasis on storytelling through imaginative projects using linear and non-linear narratives. <br/><br/><br/>- Animation is explored in response to contemporary culture and society. <br/><br/><br/>- There are opportunities to collaborate with other disciplines including music, sound art and design. <br/><br/><br/>- A placement in your final year – our media students have carried out placements in organisations including Ricochet, BBC Good Food and Olive Magazine, Absolute Radio, Brighton and Hove Green Party, Lowkey Films, Bauer Media and Brighton Dome.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunities to exhibit work and the end of the degree you participate in the graduate show, a large-scale exhibition.<br/><br/><br/>- Follow our course on Instagram: @animationbrighton<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).<br/><br/>Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.<br/><br/>The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.<br/><br/>The Brighton Summer Boost offers funding and support to eligible students, including up to £700 towards travel costs, free parking on campus, technology loans and more.<br/><br/>If you’d like to visit the university to see whether it’s right for you, attend a Clearing campus tour or visit day. Click Visit Website below to book your place.