This degree program is typically delivered over 3 years at full time. You have the option of taking an extra year to study abroad as part of the ERASMUS student exchange scheme, as well.

Year 1

In addition to learning industry standard animation techniques, you’ll explore character, narrative and sequential storytelling.

Modules Include:

• Context of Practice 1
• Animation 1 – Animation Skills
• Animation 2 – Process & Production
• Professional Practice 1

Year 2

You’ll begin to develop your own unique practice, as well as gaining extensive technical animation skills.

Modules Include:

• Context of Practice 2
• Animation 3 – Character & Narrative
• Animation 4 – Applied Animation
• Professional Practice 2

ERASMUS Year Abroad

• Animation 3 – Character & Narrative
• Professional Contexts Optional Model – to be negotiated
• ERASMUS Exchange modules – totalling 60 credits

Year 3

You’ll do extensive self-directed project work, as well as entering competitions, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects and meeting other professionals at conferences and seminars.

Modules Include:

• Context of Practice 3
• Animation 5 – Extended Practice
• Professional Practice 3

Many recent Leeds Arts University graduates have become Visual Effects Designers, 3D and CG Animators, Traditional Animators, Puppet Makers, Art Directors, Storyboard Artists, Production Assistants, Character Designers and Concept Artists, just to name a few. Others have used their many transferrable skills to found careers in cultural management, advertising, marketing or public relations. Some of the most well-known organisations employing Leeds Arts University alumni include CBBC, Aardman Animation and Fettle Animation.