Animation

Animation is an art form concerned with creating the illusion of movement, bringing characters, environments, and stories to life through a sequence of images. It encompasses 2D and 3D digital animation, character design, visual storytelling, and the technical skills needed to produce work across film, television, games, advertising, and interactive media. Animation combines artistic creativity with technical proficiency, demanding both a strong visual sensibility and the ability to learn and use complex software tools effectively.

At the University of Gloucestershire, this three-year full-time programme develops you as a creative and technically skilled animator. You will study character animation, environment design, storytelling, and the production pipelines used in the professional animation industry. The programme builds your understanding of movement, timing, and visual narrative alongside your technical competence in industry-standard software.

Students are encouraged to pursue individual industry opportunities, and some have secured internship experience with major companies in the sector, which gives you a sense of the professional doors that a strong portfolio and degree can open. With a typical entry tariff of 104 UCAS points, the programme is accessible to students with creative ambition and an interest in the medium.

Animation graduates work across film, television, games, advertising, digital media, and interactive design. Roles include character animator, 3D generalist, motion graphics designer, visual effects artist, concept artist, and storyboard artist. The animation industry is global and active, with strong demand for skilled practitioners in both the UK and internationally.

Many graduates build careers that combine studio work with freelance practice. For those interested in continuing their education, postgraduate study in animation, visual effects, or related digital arts disciplines is available.