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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
Best countries to study animation
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
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23,809 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,800 GBP
- Start date
- September
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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
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20,453 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,150 GBP
- Start date
- September
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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
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20,073 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,850 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Animation: 3D Animation - BFA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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43,665 USD
Fee in university's local currency 43,665 USD
- Start date
- September
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Animation - BA (Hons) Edge Hill University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,514 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,250 GBP
- Start date
- September
Associate in animation
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Animation - ASc Santa Monica College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,264 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,264 USD
- Start date
- February, June, August, January
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Animation - AA Diablo Valley College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,840 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,840 USD
- Start date
- August, January
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Animation and Game Design - AA Berkeley City College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,740 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD
- Start date
- August
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Animation Production - AA College of the Canyons, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,260 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,260 USD
- Start date
- February, June, August
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Computer Science: Management Information Systems - AASc St. Charles Community College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,660 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,660 USD
- Start date
- August, January
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
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12,836 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,376 CAD
- Start date
- January, September
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Animation - Dip Okanagan College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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23,562 USD
Fee in university's local currency 31,896 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Animation - Dip Conestoga College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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12,305 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,658 CAD
- Start date
- January
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Animation - OCADip Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,655 USD
Fee in university's local currency 21,192 CAD
- Start date
- September, January
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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
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15,573 USD
Fee in university's local currency 21,081 CAD
- Start date
- September
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
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10,740 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD
- Start date
- August
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
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23,868 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,868 USD
- Start date
- March, September, January
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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
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20,263 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,000 GBP
- Start date
- January
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Animation - MA Teesside University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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18,996 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,000 GBP
- Start date
- September, January
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Animation - MA Ulster University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 15 months
- Annual tuition fee
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20,060 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,840 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Illustration and Animation - MA Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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20,263 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,000 GBP
- Start date
- September
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
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13,237 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,920 CAD
- Start date
- January
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Digital Creature Animation: Technical Direction - PGCert Sheridan College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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12,828 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,366 CAD
- Start date
- September
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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
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18,711 USD
Fee in university's local currency 25,329 CAD
- Start date
- September, January
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.
