Newcastle College University Centre
UCAS Code: WW27 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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A level
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GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade C(4) in GCSE Maths and English Language.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
The new Foundation Degree is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed in the animation industry. This course covers a wide range of foundational topics, including the principles of animation, character and environment design, 3D design, and stop motion delivered by industry-experienced staff. Throughout the program, students blend theoretical studies and hands-on practical learning, ensuring they develop creative and technical proficiencies. The animation studio hosts state-of-the-art facilities including 24" Cintiq pro graphics tablets, a green screen, stop motion facilities, and industry-standard software. The structure of this degree allows students to gain significant hands-on experience early in their education, after completing Level 5, students will have the flexibility to either enter the animation industry with a solid portfolio and practical experience, including live projects from the course, or continue their studies to earn a full bachelor's degree by progressing to our Level 6 BA (hons) Animation. As part of our Work Ready Guarantee, you will work on live briefs and benefit from industry expertise through our specialist lectures and workshops from animators such as Alex Davy and Arcus Studios. You will work on personal and professional development modules to set up creative and professional social media and portfolios. Students as Producer provides opportunities for students to undertake cross-disciplinary work with other students from other vocational areas. This Foundation Degree in Animation is ideally suited to individuals who have a passion for animation and are eager to learn the fundamental principles and techniques required to bring characters and environments to life. Also, those who have a strong interest in art and design and want to explore how their skills can be applied to the dynamic field of animation and those who prefer a hands-on learning approach and want to gain significant practical experience early in their education. Academic progression is available through our one-year BA (Hons) Animation (Top-up) degree. You can also progress into the industry through employer links and communication in your Professional Development module. Career paths range from character and environment designers, 2D animators, 3D modellers and animators, motion graphics artists and more. Previous graduates have progressed into work as storyboard artists, animators, illustrators, motion graphics artists, modellers and character/environment designers. Many graduates also move into self-employment as a freelance illustrator or animator.
Modules
Year One: • Principles of Animation • Idea Generation • Introduction to Visual Communication • Personal Development or Recognition of Prior Learning • Introduction to 3D Animation • Character Design and Animation • Research and Development 1. Year Two: • Digital Storytelling • Experimental Animation • Professional Development • VFX • Research and Development 2. Year Three:
• Project Proposal Written • Project Presentation • Animation Production • Commercial Production • Dissertation
Assessment methods
Students are taught through: • Studio practice • Seminars • Lectures • Specialist workshops • Guest speakers • Independent research
• Critiques • Tutorials. Students are assessed though: • Portfolios • Written assignments • Practical assessments • Presentations.
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