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Masters Degree Description

Our innovative MA in Animation is designed to develop your visual style to convey complex ideas clearly using a range of media. The course encourages you to explore fresh perspectives on storytelling and narrative, focusing on future-oriented outcomes.

The course emphasises the integration of new technologies with established practices, supporting your growth through a variety of projects that enhance both conceptual and practical skills. Supported by a team of professional animators and academics, you will explore new techniques, develop your interests, and exchange and discuss ideas. You’ll explore media processes with students from other media disciplines, gaining access to state-of-the-art resources and workshops.

By the end of the course, you’ll have an extended portfolio and a deep understanding of both independent and collaborative practices, effectively positioning you within the contemporary animation field. You’ll be encouraged to push boundaries and experiment to find your unique creative voice. You’ll explore meaningful themes and learn how to engage audiences through multidisciplinary approaches, addressing contemporary, social, cultural, and environmental issues.

Join us at Norwich and be part of an animation community that drives creative boundaries, embraces innovation, and impacts the world.

Entry Requirements

Entrants should normally have achieved a BA (Hons) / BSc Degree of 2:1 or above (or its equivalent), in advertising, art or design (such as graphics, photography, film studies), psychology, marketing, business, english, sociology, or philosophy.

Those with industry experience or relevant skills from non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including individuals currently employed. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, please contact us for guidance before applying.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

Graduates of our MA Animation are equipped to navigate the increasingly technology-driven and interdisciplinary design landscape. Whatever your goals, this course will support your individual interests and specialisms and open more career opportunities in the dynamic fields of animation, film, and digital media. The skills and experience you gain will prepare you to excel across a range of creative industries.

This course prepares you for a career in a variety of disciplines related to animation, including:

Stop motion animator
2D animator
Set designer
Puppet builder
Lighting technician
Compositor
Producer
Editor
Storyboard artist
Character designer

Module Details

Core practice and context in Animation (60 credits)
Advanced technical skills in Animation (20 credits)
Dialogue, debate and domain knowledge in Animation (10 credits)
Professional technical skills in Animation (20 credits)
Advanced critical context in Animation (10 credits)
Major project (60 credits)

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