Animation with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

University of Derby

Highly creative people with original ideas are needed in the endlessly changing animation world. On this course you’ll produce distinctive work and gain the professional awareness for career success.On our BA (Hons) Animation programme, you’ll experiment with the latest digital software, learn about the principles of animation, produce distinctive animated films and develop the professional awareness you need to launch your career. Working with experienced teaching staff in our newly refurbished, dedicated production studio, you will gain the knowledge and expertise you need through traditional and digital animation practice.You will experiment with a broad range of methods, materials and processes, from traditional hand-drawn animation to 3D digital techniques.The course will encourage you to select from and combine methods in pursuing your individual interests, developing a distinctive approach to animation production and helping you to realise your own unique vision. You will explore the use of animation for storytelling, social commentary, personal agenda films, documentary, music videos, live performance, broadcasting and advertising. Employable Graduates – we’re ranked 15th highest amongst all UK universities and 12th for English institutions with 96% of graduates in work or further study within six months of completing their degree: HESA 2016.

Department of Art and Design