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Animation degrees abroad

Animation is becoming more and more common in the world around us, be it in the latest animated films, computer games, advertising or news media. For this reason, talented animators are in high demand, and a degree in has become a popular option for artistic students around the world.

A degree in animation can teach you a wide range of skills and production methods, including 2D and 3D techniques, CGI, drawing and stop-motion. Most programs will include traditional techniques, as well as the use of innovative modern technologies that will shape the future of animation.

Animation degree programs are offered in universities and art schools all over the world. Studying animation abroad will mean you’ll have a huge range of programs to choose from, and you might be able to access technology and facilities you might not be able to get at home.

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Animation program structure

What’s covered in an animation program will depend on several factors, including the country or university your studying in, and the level of qualification you’re taking.

Many universities and art colleges offer animation combined with other subjects, for example animation and games design, or animation and visual effects. If there is a specific area of animation you are interested in, consider a program that focuses on that area.

Animation can be studied at undergraduate level as a BA over three to four years. Some universities offer a work placement year or year abroad as part of their program. Most programs will be taught through a combination of lectures, workshops and seminars, and you’ll be assessed though design projects, portfolios, coursework and a final year dissertation.

It’s also possible to study for a master’s in animation if you already hold a relevant undergraduate degree. These typically take between one and two years, and will expand your understanding of animation theory and practice.

Some of the subjects and modules you will find on an animation degree program include:

  • 2D animation
  • 3D animation
  • Animation history and theory
  • Drawing for animation
  • Visual narrative
  • Visual effects (VFX)
  • Game arts
  • Computer animation
  • Motion capture and previsualization

Animation study abroad programs

Animation undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in animation

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    Computer Animation and Visual Effects - BSc (Hons) (with placement) University of Portsmouth, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    23,809 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 18,800 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Computer Animation and Visual Effects
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    Games Design and Development: Modelling and Animation - BSc (Hons) University of Greenwich, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,453 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,150 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Games Design and Development (Modelling and Animation)
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    Animation - BA (Hons) University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,073 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,850 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation: 3D Animation - BFA DePaul University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    43,665 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 43,665 USD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation - 3D Animation
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    Animation - BA (Hons) Edge Hill University, UK

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,514 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 12,250 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation

Associate in animation

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    Animation - ASc Santa Monica College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,264 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,264 USD

    Start date
    February, June, August, January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - AA Diablo Valley College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,840 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,840 USD

    Start date
    August, January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation and Game Design - AA Berkeley City College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    10,740 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD

    Start date
    August
    Show program overview about Animation and Game Design
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    Animation Production - AA College of the Canyons, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,260 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 11,260 USD

    Start date
    February, June, August
    Show program overview about Animation Production
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    Computer Science: Management Information Systems - AASc St. Charles Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    6,660 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 6,660 USD

    Start date
    August, January
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Diploma in animation

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    3D Modeling, Art and Animation - Dip British Columbia Institute of Technology, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    18 months
    Annual tuition fee
    12,836 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,376 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
    Show program overview about 3D Modeling, Art and Animation
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    Animation - Dip Okanagan College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    23,562 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 31,896 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - Dip Conestoga College, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    12,305 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,658 CAD

    Start date
    January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - OCADip Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,655 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 21,192 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation: 3D - AdvDip Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,573 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 21,081 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation - 3D

Certificate in animation

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    Introduction to Animation and Game Design - Cert Berkeley City College, USA

    Program type
    Undergraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    10,740 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD

    Start date
    August
    Show program overview about Introduction to Animation and Game Design

Animation graduate programs

Master's in animation

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    Animation - MFA DePaul University, USA

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    23,868 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,868 USD

    Start date
    March, September, January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - MA University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    15 months
    Annual tuition fee
    20,263 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,000 GBP

    Start date
    January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - MA Teesside University, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    18,996 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,000 GBP

    Start date
    September, January
    Show program overview about Animation
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    Animation - MA Ulster University, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    15 months
    Annual tuition fee
    20,060 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,840 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Animation - MA
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    Illustration and Animation - MA Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    20,263 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,000 GBP

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Illustration & Animation - MA

Certificate in animation

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    Computer Animation - Motion Graphics - GradCert Conestoga College, Canada

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    13,237 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,920 CAD

    Start date
    January
    Show program overview about Computer Animation - Motion Graphics
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    Digital Creature Animation: Technical Direction - PGCert Sheridan College, Canada

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    12,828 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,366 CAD

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Digital Creature Animation: Technical Direction graduate certificate
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    Game Art & Animation - OCGCert Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    8 months
    Annual tuition fee
    18,711 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 25,329 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
    Show program overview about Game Art & Animation

Future animation careers

Most animation graduates look for careers as animators in the media production industry, but there are several different roles you could consider. Popular careers for animation graduates include:

  • Animator
  • Concept artist
  • Games designer/developer
  • Illustrator
  • VFX artist
  • Animation director
  • Modeller
  • UI designer

Many animation programs will help you build connections in the industry to help you find a career after you graduate. Some will include modules that will show you how to put together successful portfolios or showreels that will help you impress industry professionals.

Some graduates choose to work as freelance animators, or you can look to find full time employment in a production company or in another industry like advertising or design.