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So, what's in the course, and what do potential students need to know in order to make a successful application?
What's this course all about?
Computer animation, with a strong focus on teaching practical skills, such as character and creature animation.3D Animators at Escape Studios also learn pre-production skills such as design and storyboarding, and also learn the visual effects and games pipelines, so that all our animation graduates are ready to work in teams in industry.
What is a BA/MArt?
A MA/MArt is an integrated Masters degree. That means you can stay with us for three years and earn a Batchelor of Arts (BA). Plus, you can stay on for an extra year, and graduate with a Master of Arts (MArt). We recommend that applicants apply for the full four years, because it's easier to get funding for the final year if you apply up front.
Who is awarding the degree?
Kent University is our validating partner. So, although you will study at Escape Studios in central London, you will receive a degree from the University of Kent.
Who teaches the course?
The course was designed by me, Alexander Williams, and is taught by myself and the other animation tutors at Escape Studios, including Michael Davies ("The Hobbit") and Amedeo Beretta ("Paul"), as well as many visiting tutors.
Course Detail
Year 1 - Level 4
1. CR4002 – Creative Foundations Craft (Movement & Narrative)
In this module students explore concepts of creativity, design, acting, storytelling, camera and composition.
2. PR4001 – Creative Foundations Project (2 week group project) This is the first group project - students work together to produce an animatic for a short animated project.
3. AN4001 – Animation 1
Students learn the basics of animation, including locomotion and mechanics.
Year Two - Level 5
1. AN5001 Computer Animation Pro
Here students learn character animation, acting and lipsync.
2. AN5002 Computer Animation Advanced
In this module students learn animal and creature animation.
3. CR5001-DF2CA Animation Specialism
In this module students focus of an area of specialism of their choice.
4. PR5001 Studio Project
This is a group project, where students work together to produce their own short films.
To see more detail about what's in the second year of animation studies, follow this link.
Year 3 - Level 6
1. CR6001 – Specialism
In this module students focus of an area of specialism of their choice, and produce a final portfolio of work, to prepare them for industry.
2. PR6001 – Studio Project
In this module students collaborate together to produce group work, aiming for studio-level quality.
3. PS6003 – Professional Practice
In this module students focus on business skills, working on their cv, doing research, and preparing themselves for the job market.
Year 4 - Level 7
1. CR7001 Art and Design
2. CR7002 Craft
3. CR7003 Process
4. CR7004 Business
To see more detail on what is involved at Level 7 (year 4), follow this link.
What kind of work are our BA/MArt students being trained to do?
Animation has grown from a small cottage craft industry into a global business. Animation is everywhere; in movies, TV shows, phone apps, and the web. Our animators go on to work in all parts of the business, especially VFX work here in London.
To see some of Escape Studios students' excellent work, check out our latest demo reel below.
What have Escape Studios students gone on to do?
We pride ourselves on prioritising the employability of our students and focusing on making them job-ready. At the latest count, we have around 4,000 Escapees working in the animation and VFX industry. To see some recent Success Stories, follow this link.
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Where can I read more about the course?
To read more about the course, follow this link.
What books should I read before I start?
To see our reading list, follow this link.
What should go into my portfolio?
To see our portfolio guidelines, see this post.
Will I have to attend an interview?
Yes. We will expect all our prospective students to attend a Creative Workshop, where we can see your work and get to know you. More information can be found here.
I've never done computer animation before...do I need to know how to animate?
No. We will teach you everything need to know from scratch. But we do recommend doing one or two online tutorials just to see if 3D animation is for you. Why not try this free tutorial here.
Where will I study?
All our BA/MArt students study at Escape Studios in central London, at 190 High Holborn.
The Escape Studios Animation Blog offers a personal view on the art of animation and visual effects. To find out more about our new BA/MArt, now recruiting for September 2019, follow this link. To apply, visit the offical page here.
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