| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
BA (Hons) Animation
Programme Overview
The BA (Hons) Animation programme at BSBI is designed to immerse students in the dynamic world of animation, equipping them with both technical skills and creative vision. This programme covers essential areas such as 2D and 3D animation, character design, storytelling, and visual effects, providing a comprehensive understanding of the animation industry.
Programme Fee
- Hamburg: October BA 2025 October: €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
- Foundation International Route 2025: February, October: €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
Key Programme Information
- Duration: 3/4 years (international route)
- Intakes: February, October
- Campus: Hamburg, Germany
- Degree awarded by: University for the Creative Arts
Entry Requirements
- Minimum Age: 17 (titles awarded upon completion of at least 11 years of schooling)
- Academic Qualifications: ECCTIS UK equivalent to GCSE
- English Language Requirements: Access to Proof of English Guide (UCA)
Programme Structure
- International Foundation in Art Design and Media:
- English for Academic Purposes, Research and Study skills
- Exploring Practices, Process, Materials and Techniques
- Investigating Specialist Practice
- Final Major Project
- Year 1:
- Animation: Contexts and Concepts
- Digital Skills
- Drawing for Animation
- Animation Principles
- Year 2:
- Animated Cultures
- Advanced Digital Techniques
- Short Film
- Research and Concept
- Animated Cultures: Study Abroad Option
- Advanced Digital Techniques: Study Abroad Option
- Study Abroad Exchange
- Year 3:
- Destinations
- Proposal and Pitch
- Final Film
- Dissertation
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the BA in Animation course, students should be able to:
- Apply good knowledge of English to communicate relevant international, cultural, contemporary knowledge, and historical, theoretical, and professional contexts.
- Demonstrate a range of general, specialist, and transferable skills and competencies relevant to both postgraduate study and future employment.
- Create a resourceful application towards presenting progressive animations results in terms of authorship, team efforts, and all aspects of commercial animation production.
Career Progression
BSBI’s industry-focused study environment is dedicated to supporting students in reaching their career goals. Upon successful completion of the BA in Animation course, students will be able to pursue roles in:
- Freelance animation
- In-House animation
- Project management
- Web and app animation
- Filmmaking
- Special effects
- Art director
- Set designer
- Education
- Freelance 3D artist
Technical Equipment
- Computer Equipment: In recent developments of hybrid learning, we require each student to arrive equipped with a laptop. We, therefore, recommend the purchase of a design-friendly mobile laptop.
Portfolio Submission
- Your Portfolio Submission: For year 1 entry, you’ll be required to submit an online portfolio via our BSBI Applicant Portal.
- What is a Portfolio?: Your portfolio is a collection of your best work. We want to see what inspires you, how you develop your work, your creative thinking processes, how and what you create, and what makes you a unique creative individual.
- What Should My Portfolio Contain?: Your portfolio might contain sketches and paintings, digital art and design. It might also contain sound work, short films.
- How do I Submit My Portfolio?: We’ll only be accepting portfolios digitally. You can do this once you’ve applied via our online submission system within the Applicant Portal. You can also link to external websites such as Vimeo and YouTube.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Bachelor's (Hons) in Animation degree program at BSBI is a three-year or four-year international route program that aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of the creative industry and help them refine their career path in animation.
Objectives:
- Develop a strong foundation in animation principles, techniques, and software.
- Build a professional portfolio showcasing animation skills and creativity.
- Gain industry-relevant knowledge and experience.
- Prepare students for a successful career in the field of animation and animated filmmaking.
Program Description:
The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, allowing students to develop a series of short films through blended learning. The curriculum incorporates the latest industry technology and meets contemporary digital standards, ensuring students are equipped with relevant software and skills for the field. The four-year international route program includes a foundation year, which provides students with the fundamentals of the creative industry and the opportunity to refine their career path. Students will build a strong portfolio needed to progress directly into their BA degree, whilst being prepared to use English language in an academic context.
Outline:
Content:
The program covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:
- Animation principles and techniques
- Digital animation software
- Character design
- Storyboarding
- 3D animation
- Visual effects
- Filmmaking
- Portfolio development
Structure:
The program is structured as follows:
- Year 1:
- Animation: Contexts and Concepts
- Digital Skills
- Drawing for Animation
- Animation Principles
- Year 2:
- Animated Cultures
- Advanced Digital Techniques
- Short Film
- Research and Concept
- Animated Cultures: Study Abroad Option (optional)
- Advanced Digital Techniques: Study Abroad Option (optional)
- Study Abroad Exchange (optional)
- Year 3:
- Destinations
- Proposal and Pitch
- Final Film
- Dissertation
Course Schedule:
The program is offered on a full-time basis, with classes typically held four days per week.
Modules:
Year 1:
Year 2:
- Animated Cultures: This module explores the diverse cultural contexts and historical development of animation.
- Advanced Digital Techniques: This module provides students with advanced training in animation software and techniques.
- Short Film: This module allows students to create a short animated film, applying the skills and knowledge they have learned throughout the program.
- Proposal and Pitch: This module teaches students how to develop and pitch their animation project ideas.
- Final Film: This module is the culmination of the program, where students create their final animated film.
- Dissertation: This module allows students to further develop their research skills and explore a specific topic related to animation.
Assessment:
The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:
- Individual and group reports
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Essays
- Portfolio development
- Reflective journals
- Experiential work-based activities
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified faculty members who are active professionals in the field of animation. The teaching methods are designed to be interactive and engaging, with a strong emphasis on practical application.
Careers:
The program prepares students for a variety of careers in animation and related fields, such as:
- Freelance animator
- In-house animator
- Project manager
- Web and app animator
- Filmmaker
- Special effects artist
- Art director
- Set designer
- Educator
- Freelance 3D artist
Other:
- Hamburg: October 2024 October: International students Price: €11,000/year | EU students Price: €8,450/year Find out more here.
