Overview
Animation Advanced (Level 3)The course is intended for those that want to gain practical skills and knowledge in animation. It is also suitable for those wanting to update their knowledge and skills for progression within the industry or progression to university.
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Course information
Need to know
Entry requirements:
4 GCSEs grades 9-4 OR similar qualification at Level 2.
Assessment methods:
Assessments are set and marked internally.
What qualification will I gain?
UAL Creative Practice: Diploma and Extended Diploma in Art, Design and Communication.
Course content
Units studied:
Year 1
- Unit 1 The Creative Process
- Unit 2 Developing Creative Practice
- Unit 3 Responding to a set brief
Year 2
- Unit 4 Researching a Specialist Industry Practice
- Unit 5 Specialist Technical Skills Development
- Unit 6 Specialist Creative Outcome
You will be taught the fundamentals of animation, principles and practice of visual language and 3D design, 3D modelling, animation, texturing, rigging and skinning, lighting and rendering, the history of practice in art and design and professional practice of the modern animation industry. You will also be taught industry standard programs including Autodesk 3DSMax, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects. Progression will be into the 2nd year, apprenticeships or university.
Next steps
Most students progress onto the 2nd year and then go onto apprenticeships, university, freelancing or industry work.
Possible employment sectors:
- 3D Design
- Advertising
- Architecture
- Packaging
- Animation amongst others.
Additional information
Sketchbooks will be required throughout the year. Not a requirement but students who source access to 3DSMax and Adobe at home and a graphics tablet tend to do well.
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