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FdA/BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games

In collaboration with Bournemouth and Poole College, on FdA/BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation you'll develop your 3D design skills with CGI in studio-like facilities, partnered with Epic Games and Unreal Academic Partner.

Overview

The world of 3D computer generated imagery (CGI) and animation provides significant cultural and economic contribution to the UK through games, films, TV, advertising and visualisation, and the UK’s leading animation and visualisation studios are constantly on the look for new and emerging talent. In 2015, Bournemouth was recognised as the fastest growing digital economy in the UK.

Course overview

Our degree programme offers a solid base of 3D skills – Bournemouth and Poole College has been training students and preparing them for the creative industries since 2002.

You don’t need any previous experience to join our foundation degree course, and all assessment is through coursework-based units. There's an individual project element central to each year of study which will enable you create a portfolio to enhance your future career prospects.

You'll work in a studio environment with small groups of typically 10-20 students, where you'll practise fundamental skills linked to art and visualisation subjects that are taught throughout the course. Whatever your level and specific interests, we encourage the development of storytelling techniques, creativity, technical and visual communication skills.

Bournemouth and Poole College is proud to partner with Arts University Bournemouth, and with Epic Games as an Unreal Academic Partner, where we offer excellent studio-based facilities with the latest industry-standard software, and all necessary resources, including a fully operational green screen studio.

You'll also have the option to progress to a BA (Hons) degree by studying for an additional year on our exclusive top-up course.

FdA 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games


Course duration	2 years (full-time)
Qualification level	Level 5
Fees	£7,750
UCAS course code	3DAN
UCAS institution code	B49
Location	Bournemouth and Poole College

This 3D Animation course is intended for students who wish to create 3D content and animations for film or games.
The focus is on creature and character development, animation, game assets and environments, virtual set extensions for films and virtual production techniques.
It includes 3D modelling and animation workflow, rigging, texturing and shading, lighting, rendering and post-production.
This is a popular course, providing you with many essential 3D skills, and where successful graduates are employed by some of the UK’s leading 3D animation and visualisation studios and industry partners.
These partners are influential in the design and development of our courses. They also assist with regular guest lectures and workshops while providing feedback and critique on student work. This means you get the most up-to-date career-relevant input from industry experts.

BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games (top-up)

Our one-year BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games course is designed for students who've completed a relevant course at Level 4 and 5, and who are passionate about creating 3D digital content and animations for film and games. The programme focuses on developing the latest skills to enhance your future career opportunities.

This course is ideal for aspiring 3D content creators, animators, and visualisation artists. It prepares students to tackle the diverse challenges faced by industry professionals, ensuring they're well-equipped for roles in the dynamic field of 3D animation and digital content creation.


Course duration	1 year (full-time)
Qualification level	Level 6
Fees	£9,250
UCAS course code	AV3D
UCAS institution code	B49
Location	Bournemouth and Poole College

Students will learn comprehensive 3D modelling and animation workflows, including rigging, texturing and shading, lighting, rendering, and post-production.

Assessment is based on coursework, ensuring practical application of skills. A significant component of the year is the individual project, allowing students to create an impressive portfolio that'll bolster their career prospects.

On this course, you'll cover: