C10274v3 Bachelor of Design in Animation Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

This course offers a practice-based approach to learning animation and places strong emphasis on two key concepts:

dramatisation (including performance and character) and VFX (visual effects) design.

It teaches students how to conceptualise, visualise and realise animation across many different types of media.

Central to the course is the development of a conceptual understanding of performance, narrative, characterisation, form, motion, time, space and aesthetics.The combined degree program provides students with additional practical skills, in particular skills that make them aware of the international contexts of animation design, by providing them with the opportunity to acquire knowledge of a language and culture other than English.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.A further two years of study introduce and consolidate the learning of a language and culture other than English.

Students must complete 240 credit points comprising 108 credit points of core subjects, a 24-credit-point of design studies, 12 credit points of electives in animation, and 96 credit points in international studies.

Course completion requirements

Course program

An example program is provided below for a student commencing in Autumn session and undertaking the course with Germany as the international studies major.

Year 1

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 3

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 4

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 5

Autumn session

Spring session

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 are admitted to the international studies program with no guarantee of entry to a specific major, although every effort is made to meet students' preferences.

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.

Applicants are advised to submit an optional portfolio by Wednesday 31 October 2018.

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.