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BA Animation

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Animation
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
W615
Typical offer
A-level BCC

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 104 A level: BCC T Level: Merit BTEC: DMM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6 English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BA (Hons) in Photography, covering both practical production and critical analysis. Core topics include research methods, critical and analytical thinking, and ethics and professional practice. The programme offers an optional placement year between the second and final stages. Final-year students produce a graduation film for national and international festivals and complete an independent research project.

Modules

  • Placement Learning and Professional Development
  • The Principles of Animation
  • Critical Approaches to Animation and Computer-Generated Images
  • Animation Production
  • Pre-Production and Visual Development
  • Researching Animation and Visual Effects: Principles and Practice
  • Professional Practice
  • Advanced Animation Production
  • Animation Applications and Contexts
  • Independent Research Project in Animation
  • Negotiated Studies in Animation
  • Portfolio and Promotion
  • Specialist Practice in Animation