Course Details

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Study Load

Part Time

Study Mode

In Class

Course Location

Queensland

Applications Close

Oct 16, 2024

Duration

3 years full-time | 6 years part-time

Course Code

QTAC code 419262

Queensland University of Technology

Bachelor of Creative Arts (Animation)

Explore animated filmmaking, visual effects, game development and the visual arts in this studio-based course.

Creativity for the real world

Our course focuses on telling a good story, and gives you the skills to visualise ideas across a whole range of industries.

Highlights

  • Develop practical skills in motion graphics, 3D graphics, character animation,drawing and real-time modelling for virtual environments.
  • Gain real-world experience and contacts in your industry through professional industry placements and projects.
  • Choose independent study options where you can design and implement creative work.
  • Tailor your animation degree to suit you with a second major, minors and/or extensions and electives.

Why choose this course?

If you have a passion for animation and a desire to create and tell stories through this exciting visual medium, then a career in animation is for you. With employment expected to grow by 21% by 2026 (Labour Market Insights), there has never been a better time to study animation at QUT.

Animation is an important part of filmmaking, TV production and creative advertising and marketing; it’s also integral to games production.

You will graduate with a highly skilled degree with the ability to create, build worlds and animate characters which will open doors to a variety of exciting careers.

This degree allows you to learn the various creative aspects and techniques involved in animated filmmaking, visual effects and games by providing a solid grounding in the fundamental practices, theory, techniques and art of animation.

Real-world learning

By choosing to study animation at QUT, you will be real-world ready for a creative career in a rapidly evolving cultural and professional landscape.

From your first year, you’ll collaborate with students and teaching staff from across other creative disciplines to reflect industry practice. This course is built aroundĀ practical experienceĀ and hands-on learning, which means you’ll build the confidence to succeed in your future career. You will work on real-world projects briefed by real clients, along with career planning assistance to help you on your creative journey.

As your course progresses, you’ll specialise in your animation major with opportunities to showcase your work, create meaningful industry connections, work integrated learning, internships, international study tours, public performances and exhibitions. You’ll also participate in animation project-based learning experiences (Advanced Animation Practice unit) collaborating with other students and external partners.

Visit theĀ student and graduate blogĀ to find out more about what it’s like to study creative arts and where a QUT degree can take you.

For more information, visit Queensland University of Technology

Course Fee

$11,500