The Art of Computer Animation (3D)

Advancements in technology and the boom of the VFX industry have made computer animation one of the fastest growing industries, with an estimated value of £1.6bn in the UK (source Creative UK). Whether it's in CGI animated movies, live-action films, commercials, TV or video games, there’s never been a better time to join the creative world.

This course has been developed with professional Animators to give you the skills you need to make your mark in a studio. Along with technical and creative skills, you’ll develop your experience and soft skills and build your network of industry contacts. All of this will lead you to produce a killer portfolio and turn your passion into a successful career.

You’ll explore a range of animation techniques. Intensive hands-on tutorials will be taught in our London industry-standard facilities, by experienced tutors who’ve worked on the likes of The Lion King, Godzilla and Doctor Strange.

Why choose this course

+ Ranked 3rd in the UK for 3D Animation by The Rookies

+ Ranked 3rd in the UK and 8th in Europe in the Animation Career Review’s school ranking

+ Based in London - home to some of the best animation studios in the world

+ Work on industry-standard briefs and experience real-life scenarios, just like in a professional studio

+ Successful alumni - you’ll join our community of thousands of Escapees, many of whom have gone on to work at some of the world’s top studios including Rare, Rockstar, Ubisoft, DNEG and Framestore. 47 Escapees worked on Avengers: Endgame, 26 on The Mandalorian 23 on Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3 and 16 on Stranger Things

+ Study in a studio environment that mirrors current industry practice, using professional software such as Maya

+ Professional input - our advisory board of experts, from the likes of DNEG and Cinesite, help develop and keep this degree up to date. You will also receive feedback on some of your work from industry professionals.

+ 3D specialism - follow 3D specialist modules in your second and third years, including character animation, storyboarding, motion capture or games animation.