Program Overview

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Animation and Illustration – BA

The BA in Animation and Illustration at Technological University of the Shannon is a 3-year, Level 7 program that aims to equip students with the necessary skills to pursue a career in animation and illustration.

Course Overview

Graduates of the BA in Animation and Illustration will have the capacity to apply their knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of illustration and principles of animation to a broad range of areas within the animation and illustration practice.

Our students develop the capacity for independent learning as well as producing work collaboratively. Solid analytical and IT-related skills, as well as critical reasoning through the twin emphasis of both animation and illustration, are vital to creating strong, visually appealing and imaginative artwork.

Course Modules

The program is divided into three years, with each year consisting of two semesters. The course modules include:

Year 1 – Semester 1

• Illustration 1.1 (5 credits)
• Animation 1.1 (10 credits)
• Life Drawing 1.1 (5 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 1.1 (5 credits)
• Environment Design 1.1 (5 credits)

Year 1 – Semester 2

• Illustration 1.2 (5 credits)
• Animation 1.2 (5 credits)
• Life Drawing 1.2 (5 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 1.2 (5 credits)
• Environment Design 1.2 (5 credits)
• Sequential Art and Illustration 1.2 (5 credits)

Year 2 – Semester 1

• Life Drawing 2.1 (5 credits)
• Animation 2.1 (5 credits)
• Illustration 2.1 (5 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 2.1 (5 credits)
• Storyboarding 2.1 (5 credits)
• Scriptwriting 2.1 (5 credits)

Year 2 – Semester 2

• Life Drawing 2.2 (5 credits)
• Animation 2.2 (10 credits)
• Illustration 2.2 (5 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 2.2 (5 credits)
• Placement Preparation 2.2 (5 credits)

Year 3 – Semester 1

• Illustration 3.1 (5 credits)
• Animation 3.1 (5 credits)
• Life Drawing 3.1 (5 credits)
• Environment 3.1 (5 credits)
• Studio Preparation 3.1 (5 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 3.1 (5 credits)

Year 3 – Semester 2

• Studio Production 3 (10 credits)
• Critical and Contextual Studies 3.2 (5 credits)
• Work Placement 3.2 (15 credits)

Admission Criteria

The program is open to students who have a Grade O6 in five subjects, including Mathematics and a language (English or Irish), in the Leaving Certificate. Mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for the program. International applicants can apply directly to the International Office at TUS.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the BA in Animation and Illustration may gain employment in roles such as background artist, character designer, animator, scene prep, comic and graphic novel artist, and agency illustrator. This program will particularly suit applicants who wish to work in creative industries.

Further Study

Successful graduates of this program are eligible for Level 8 Honours programs in Animation and Illustration within TUS.

Location

The program is offered at the Athlone campus of Technological University of the Shannon.

Years

The program is a 3-year, Level 7 degree.

CAO Points

The program has a CAO points requirement of 783, including a portfolio.

Contact Details

Dr. Yvonne Hennessy, Programme Co-ordinator

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