C10273v3 Bachelor of Design in Animation
University of Technology Sydney
About
The Bachelor of Design in Animation gives students with a passion for visual arts, drawing and storytelling the knowledge and hands-on experience required to create animation work that stands out in a global industry.Graduates from this degree are image-makers, critical thinkers and storytellers in equal measure.
They are equipped to be industry leaders with an ability to develop, pitch and defend ideas, creating original content for TV, film, advertising and other media.Students learn how to observe the world around them, drawing directly from life to gain inspiration for characters and stories.
They discover how to think creatively and develop ideas through multiple stages, focusing on character development, narrative and performance.
They also learn fundamental 2D and 3D animation skills to bring their stories to life.At UTS, students also benefit from outstanding industry connections.
Across the degree, students have the opportunity to work with live projects, such as VIVID or collaborations with the Australia Piano Quartet.
UTS also has strong relationships with leading industry players such as Flying Bark Productions and Animal Logic.The academic team understands that teamwork is at the heart of the animation industry.
A studio-led approach creates a high-intensity environment where students learn how to work with their peers in a professional and collaborative atmosphere.
Structure
Students must complete 144 credit points made up of 120 credit points of core subjects and 24 credit points of electives.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| STM91428 Core Subjects (Animation) | 108cp |
| STM91424 Design Studies | 24cp |
| CBK91878 Electives | 12cp |
| Total | 144cp |
Course diagram
Course program
A typical full-time program is shown below.
Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82120 Animation Studio: Foundations in Animation Language | 12cp |
| 82121 Context: 2D Animation Introduction | 6cp |
| 85502 Researching Design Histories | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82220 Animation Studio: Foundations in Animation Design | 12cp |
| 82221 Context: Introduction to 3D and 2D Hybrid Animation | 6cp |
| 85503 Thinking Through Design | 6cp |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82320 Animation Studio: Narrative Investigations | 12cp |
| 82321 Context: Animation Character | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82420 Context: Animation Character Rigging Advanced | 6cp |
| 88211 Animation Studio: Narrative Experimentations | 12cp |
| 85202 Design Futuring | 6cp |
Year 3
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 88212 Animation Studio: Animation Practice | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| STM91429 2D Context | |
| STM91430 3D Context | |
| 85302 Social Media Cultures | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82620 Animation Studio: Animation Industry Project | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| STM91429 2D Context | |
| STM91430 3D Context | |
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 85502 Researching Design Histories | 6cp |
| 85503 Thinking Through Design | 6cp |
| Select 12 credit points of options | 12cp |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82120 Animation Studio: Foundations in Animation Language | 12cp |
| 82121 Context: 2D Animation Introduction | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82220 Animation Studio: Foundations in Animation Design | 12cp |
| 82221 Context: Introduction to 3D and 2D Hybrid Animation | 6cp |
Year 3
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82320 Animation Studio: Narrative Investigations | 12cp |
| 82321 Context: Animation Character | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82420 Context: Animation Character Rigging Advanced | 6cp |
| 88211 Animation Studio: Narrative Experimentations | 12cp |
| 85202 Design Futuring | 6cp |
Year 4
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 88212 Animation Studio: Animation Practice | 12cp |
| 85302 Social Media Cultures | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| STM91429 2D Context | |
| STM91430 3D Context | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 82620 Animation Studio: Animation Industry Project | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| STM91429 2D Context | |
| STM91430 3D Context | |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
UTS: Design, Architecture and Building may consider applications based on the results of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) if students lack academic qualifications but have extensive professional experience. The STAT is conducted through the Universities Admissions Centre.
Students must refer to the inherent requirements for all degrees offered by Design and Architecture in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building.
Non-current school leavers are selected on the basis of academic merit or on the basis of portfolio and interview rank.
Students must refer to the portfolio eligibility for the faculty’s consideration in order to get a place.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
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