3D Design, Animation and Artificial Intelligence

Overview

The world of design is high-energy. Whether you’re rendering up animated scenes in Blender or drawing up products in real-time, you’ll grow adaptable and independent in making your own fun projects. Maybe you’ll create the next Chilly’s water bottle – or have the potential to work on the next Marvel blockbuster. With state-of-the-art technology at your fingertips, the potential for creating in 3D has never been more accessible.

On this selection of short courses, you’ll explore hands-on, practical techniques giving you the freedom to create – whether it’s crafting intricate models from professional laser cutting and our high-tech 3D printers, stunning visuals through digital software or stop-motion, and even interrogating and harnessing AI for responsible creative use.

Find out more about our 3D design, animation and AI courses below.

3D Design and 3D Printing – an Introduction

In this hands-on 10-week course you'll be introduced to Fusion 360 and guided to design and develop your own 3D models and print them.

3D Modelmaking – an Introduction

In this practical 10-week course you'll gain specialist insight into the world of professional modelmaking and develop your skills.

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Artificial Intelligence for Creatives

On this innovative 10-week course you'll discover how intriguing AI technology can be harnessed to expand your creative possibilities.

3D rendered miniature house with red roof, cream walls, yellow door on tan base with green trees and grass patches.

Blender 3D Creation Suite – an Introduction

This 10-week course introduces you to specialist 3D design software Blender and provides you with the tools to elevate your design skills.

Designing for CNC and Laser Cutting

Unlock your creativity and enhance your design skills with this new course focusing on CNC machining and laser cutting techniques.

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Stop Motion Animation – an Introduction

On this 8-week course you’ll delve into the fascinating world of stop motion animation and learn how to create stunning animated content.