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BA Animation with Foundation Year

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Animation with Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
WW26
Typical offer
A-level DDD

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 72 A level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at Level 2 as part of your course of study Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 0, Merit: 30, Pass: 15 English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BA (Hons) Photography. Core topics include Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. The programme includes a placement year between the second and final stage, and the final year features a self-initiated research project alongside live briefs and competitions.

Modules

  • Placement Learning and Professional Development
  • Creative Studies
  • Creative Technologies
  • Creative Digital Skills
  • Creative Project
  • Developing Practice
  • Academic Skills and Personal 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