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BA Animation

University of Edinburgh

Institution
University of Edinburgh
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Design
Duration
3-4 years
UCAS code
W615
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 34

Entry requirements

A level: ABB (required: no specific A level subjects required) IB: 34 points with 655 at HL

About this course

BA (Hons) in Animation, a photography degree centred on animation methods, technologies, and theories. Core topics include Research Methods. The curriculum includes partnerships with the Aardman Academy and Scotland Loves Anime, offering students access to industry events and guest speakers. The first year introduces the subject through modules such as Animation 1A Introduction, Animation 1B Principles, and Language of Animation. The second year builds technical and creative competence via Animation 2A Character, Animation 2B Narrative, and Animation 2C Documentary. The third year advances professional skills through Animation 3A Animation For Clients, Animating Stories, and Animation 3B Experimental Animation. The final year culminates in major independent work spanning Animation 4A Research & Pre-Production, Design & Screen Cultures (Dissertation), and Animation 4C Production, complemented by Animation 4D Promotion & Distribution.

Modules

  • Animation 1A Introduction (20 credits)
  • What’s Up Doc? Introducing Animation Studies (20 credits)
  • option course of your choosing (20 credits)
  • Animation 1B Principles (20 credits)
  • Language of Animation (20 credits)
  • Design & Screen Cultures (20 credits)
  • Animation 2A Character (40 credits)
  • option course of your choosing (20 credits)
  • Animation 2B Narrative (20 credits)
  • Animation 2C Documentary (20 credits)
  • Design & Screen Cultures (20 credits)
  • Animation 3A Animation For Clients (20 credits)
  • Animating Stories (20 credits)
  • Design & Screen Cultures (20 credits)
  • Animation 3B Experimental Animation (20 credits)
  • Animation 3C Disseminated Animation (20 credits)
  • Issues Of Representation (20 credits)
  • Animation 4A Research & Pre-Production (40 credits)
  • Design & Screen Cultures (Dissertation) (20 credits)
  • Animation 4C Production (40 credits)
  • Animation 4D Promotion & Distribution (20 credits)
  • presenting film pitches to a panel of invited industry guests
  • collaborating with sound designers and composers
  • ultimately contributing to a degree exhibition at ECA and a public screening at a cinema in Edinburgh