Location:

Falmouth, United Kingdom

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Bachelor

Specialty:

Fine Art

Program Overview

Program Description:

Do you long for a career in video games, film, television or visual-effects animation? Falmouth's respected BA(Hons) Animation & Visual Effects will give you a great headstart in getting your dream job. Combining cutting-edge animation practice with the study of animation theory, film language, drawing and traditional animation processes - plus industry links and opportunities that are second to none - it'll put you in pole position to forge a successful career in the industry. Our integrated, interdisciplinary approach to animation and visual effects will arm you with what you need to become a well-informed and skilled practitioner.

Balancing the technical and the creative perfectly, the course is taught by highly experienced and award-winning professionals. Alongside developing animation and visual effects skills using industry-standard software, you'll be encouraged to work creatively across a range of subjects, from traditional art practices like life drawing and visualisation to performance, acting and motion studies. Working collaboratively, you'll not only gain important team experience in animation production processes, but also work in a true-to-life simulated studio environment, reflecting real industry working practice.

Setting Description:

Falmouth’s outlook is truly international. We’ve always welcomed students from abroad and the increasing number who now choose to study with us both reflects and helps to strengthen our position as a respected international institution, offering forward-thinking courses that reflect the global nature of today’s creative industries. Our International Office is there to provide international students with all the support they require, from help with the application process to study visas, tuition fees and finding accommodation. It also provides a free airport meeting service, a week of activities to help you acclimatise to your new surroundings and introductory sessions on banks and finance, visas, passports, equality and diversity, health and student services.

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