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3D Modelmaking – an Introduction

3D Modelmaking – an Introduction

Ages: 18+
Term: Autumn, spring
Length: 10 weeks

Overview

This new 10-week 3D Modelmaking course will provide you with valuable and specialist insight into the world of professional modelmaking. You'll discover the processes, materials and techniques used to create amazing models, landscapes and sculptures.

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What you need to know

Autumn term 2025

Monday 6 October – 8 December 2025 (10 Monday evenings, 18.00-21.00)

Spring term 2026

Monday 12 January – 16 March 2026 (10 Monday evenings, 18.00-21.00)

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Beginners or anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

None – this is an introductory course. We have no formal academic entry requirements for our short courses. If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: academy@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£359

Any additional costs

You'll need to provide some basic study equipment. This'll incur an additional cost if you need to purchase it for the course. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details.

Additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

Notebook and pens/pencils to take notes
Basic materials will be provided for this course. However, you may need to purchase larger quantities of specialist materials depending on the scale and type of models you wish to produce.

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Information about resourcing specialist materials/consumables that you may need to bring these with you

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About this course

The course encourages complete beginners or those with some previous experience to develop a broad-based set of essential skills, giving you the opportunity to develop a number of personal projects supported by a dedicated, knowledgeable and friendly industry professional who possesses many years of experience supporting like-minded students attending adult learner short courses at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB).

Taught by specialist modelmaking tutor Imogen Hughes, students will explore the world of professional modelmaking starting from basic architecture models, sculpting, moulding and casting, dioramas, etc. During the course students will have the time and opportunity to create their concept model(s) each week, who may wish to apply their new skills and abilities with larger, more ambitious projects between sessions.

You will have the chance to experiment and work with a variety of standard and specialist materials used in the construction of models and be encouraged to use resins, silicones, plastics and polymer clays. The course tutor will guide you through set exercises each week, alongside demonstrations and presentations of prepared examples from sculpting, sets, architectural models, moulding figures to miniature landscapes. You will be challenged to produce professional models working in a rewarding, fun and vibrant environment.

This course is ideal for those who are considering working within the specialist field of modelmaking as a career choice, transferring new skills to personal work/interests, and for those looking to study this subject at Higher Education level.

Idea generation and concept building
Sculpting
Mould making
Casting
Architectural modelmaking
Scale landscapes
Hard and soft-edged models
Personal projects

At the end of the course you'll:

Have an introduction to the wide and varied practice of modelmaking.
Have an insight into the many different aspects and specialist techniques of commercial modelmaking.
Have the opportunity to create your own models and develop your skills and practice in the demonstrated methods.
Have the understanding of the different areas of Modelmaking, providing each student with the opportunity to make and evidence new skills and techniques acquired.
Possess improved artistic skills.
Have increased confidence in your own skills and feel inspired.
Have boosted creativity and imagination.
Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course.
You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed.

Will I be assessed?

No, there's no formal assessment. As the course progresses your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback, so you know how you're getting on.

Book your place today

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Beyond the course

This could just be the start of your creative journey! After this course, you could further your 3D design skills with another short course or look to the future and explore our creative qualifications that can prepare you to further your current career, enable you to retrain to an alternative career path or prepare you for future creative arts studies.