The course gives students the creative and technical knowledge and skills they need to become professionals in the graphic design industry. Through major practical projects combining creativity, concepts and computer software skills, students hone their capabilities in devising creative solutions.
Duration: 6 months | 3 months
Our Certificate Course in Animation brings stories to life through the art of animation. The 6-month program provides an in-depth exploration of animation techniques, from traditional to computer-generated imagery (CGI), while the 3-month Short Term Course offers a concise introduction to the fundamentals of animation, covering key principles and techniques.
Duration:
18 Months
Mode:
Full-Time
Programme Details:
Animation design is one of the most exciting design disciplines in the creative industries. Its applications, as standalone solutions or parts of an integrated design, cover wide areas of visual communication and digital media including film and television programmes, game arts and trailers, interactive content for web and mobile apps, animated simulations for promotional and educational purposes, etc. Leveraging on the advanced technology in animation authoring tools, production techniques and media channels, the underpinnings of animation design revolve around the conceptualisation and production of engaging animated visual sequence to innovate visual design solutions to real-world issues and needs.
Today, the animation design industry is increasingly competitive and ever-evolving with technological advancements. In view of this, the Advanced Diploma in Animation and Game Design programme is structured with emphasis on equipping students with industry-focused design knowledge and skill sets, as well as keeping them closely in touch with the technological development relevant to animation design.
Building on the foundation of Diploma in Animation & Game Design, the curriculum of Animation Design encompasses advanced conceptual and technical skill development in areas such as design literacy, communication strategy, creative problem-solving, and analytical exploration of current design trends and industry development. The curriculum of the programme will be delivered in a mix of teaching strategies ranging from lectures and seminars to tutorials and technical demonstrations. Complemented with a comprehensive assessment framework, the pedagogic approach of the programme provides students with a positive learning experience that meets the intended learning objectives and outcomes.
Towards the end of the programme, students will gain advanced competency in conceptual ability, aesthetic sensibility, and technical proficiency in animation design. This will enable students to establish a strong design background to further their studies at degree level or to kickstart their career in animation design.
Find out about the exciting subjects and topics you will be covering while embarking on your success by design! Click on the tabs to view modules you will be taking at our 4 different levels of studies. Download the course module descriptors for further information.
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Course Introduction
Duration:
12 Months
Mode:
Full-Time
Programme Details:
The course responds to the growth in the games art sector and the expansion of animation and computer graphics training from the fields of film and television to include the highly-rendered environments within games, with their increased focus on character driven narratives.
Almost every sector of the U.K. game industry market is growing. According to TIGA analysis, the U.K. video game sector is the largest in Europe, contributing more than $1.96 billion towards British GDP in 2017.
Based around professional studio culture, we will teach you high level art skills relevant to the games industry, encompassing visual design and practical games production, immersing yourself in 3D environments and developing in-game content using industry standard 3D modelling, mapping, materials, rigging and dynamic effects.
Core
Elective *
* Choose any 1 of the elective
modules
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Duration: 6 months | 3 months
Our Certificate Course in Animation brings stories to life through the art of animation. The 6-month program provides an in-depth exploration of animation techniques, from traditional to computer-generated imagery (CGI), while the 3-month Short Term Course offers a concise introduction to the fundamentals of animation, covering key principles and techniques.
Duration:
18 Months
Mode:
Full-Time
Programme Details:
Animation design is one of the most exciting design disciplines in the creative industries. Its applications, as standalone solutions or parts of an integrated design, cover wide areas of visual communication and digital media including film and television programmes, game arts and trailers, interactive content for web and mobile apps, animated simulations for promotional and educational purposes, etc. Leveraging on the advanced technology in animation authoring tools, production techniques and media channels, the underpinnings of animation design revolve around the conceptualisation and production of engaging animated visual sequence to innovate visual design solutions to real-world issues and needs.
Today, the animation design industry is increasingly competitive and ever-evolving with technological advancements. In view of this, the Advanced Diploma in Animation and Game Design programme is structured with emphasis on equipping students with industry-focused design knowledge and skill sets, as well as keeping them closely in touch with the technological development relevant to animation design.
Building on the foundation of Diploma in Animation & Game Design, the curriculum of Animation Design encompasses advanced conceptual and technical skill development in areas such as design literacy, communication strategy, creative problem-solving, and analytical exploration of current design trends and industry development. The curriculum of the programme will be delivered in a mix of teaching strategies ranging from lectures and seminars to tutorials and technical demonstrations. Complemented with a comprehensive assessment framework, the pedagogic approach of the programme provides students with a positive learning experience that meets the intended learning objectives and outcomes.
Towards the end of the programme, students will gain advanced competency in conceptual ability, aesthetic sensibility, and technical proficiency in animation design. This will enable students to establish a strong design background to further their studies at degree level or to kickstart their career in animation design.
Find out about the exciting subjects and topics you will be covering while embarking on your success by design! Click on the tabs to view modules you will be taking at our 4 different levels of studies. Download the course module descriptors for further information.
Core
Choose 1
View full course modules
Course Introduction
Duration:
12 Months
Mode:
Full-Time
Programme Details:
The course responds to the growth in the games art sector and the expansion of animation and computer graphics training from the fields of film and television to include the highly-rendered environments within games, with their increased focus on character driven narratives.
Almost every sector of the U.K. game industry market is growing. According to TIGA analysis, the U.K. video game sector is the largest in Europe, contributing more than $1.96 billion towards British GDP in 2017.
Based around professional studio culture, we will teach you high level art skills relevant to the games industry, encompassing visual design and practical games production, immersing yourself in 3D environments and developing in-game content using industry standard 3D modelling, mapping, materials, rigging and dynamic effects.
Core
Elective *
* Choose any 1 of the elective
modules
View full course modules