University of Dundee
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Dundee
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Course summary
At Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, we echo animation industry practice as closely as possible. You will work to briefs, learning about professional production practices within a variety of specialisms.
Our course is constantly developing to reflect an ever-changing industry, requiring graduates with new skills in new processes and software all the time. With graduate credits in Game of Thrones, Spider-Man: Far From Home, and the Disney Channel, our course is recognised for graduates who have the skills employers need.
Each student has their own workspace in our vibrant, friendly, industrious studios.
Subjects taught:
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principles of character animation (2D and 3D)
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narrative structure and storyboarding
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character development and design
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concept and production design
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life drawing
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acting
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production scheduling
As you progress you will specialise in one part of animation production, such as 3D modelling and texturing, rigging, lighting and compositing, 2D layout and backgrounds, and 2D or 3D effects animation. Industry speakers and mentors will help you to develop your ideas. You will work in teams, bringing your specialist skills together to create short films that showcase your abilities, as well as individual showreels that demonstrate your highly employable skills.
Our art facilities include:
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animation studios
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labs with 3D software such as Maya and ZBrush
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labs with software such as TV Paint, Photoshop, and After Effects
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green screen studio
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drama studio
Modules
<a href="https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/animation/teaching-and-assessment">Modules can be viewed on the course webpage at dundee.ac.uk</a>
Assessment method
<a href="https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/animation/teaching-and-assessment">Assessment methods can be viewed on the course webpage at dundee.ac.uk</a>
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W280
- Institution code:
- D65
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Literate or Art and Design Subject recommended
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM
Scottish Advanced Higher - BB
at Advanced Higher plus BB at Higher in different subjects. Literate subject or Art and Design subject recommended
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
32 points overall with 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level. Literate or Art and Design Subject recommended
Scottish HND - Pass
Relevant HND with Graded Unit 2 at B
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Portfolio
- All applicants must also submit a comprehensive portfolio of art/design/creative work. For more details, please see the University website (https://www.dundee.ac.uk/study/ug/how-to-apply/animation-portfolio/)
English language requirements
You can find details of our specific IELTS English language requirements and other accepted English language qualifications on the individual course webpages on the University website.
English language tests should be no more than two years old on the start date of your chosen course. All results will be verified online.
General guidance for our accepted English language qualifications https://www.dundee.ac.uk/guides/english-language-requirements
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Achieving a strong set of qualifications is key to earning a place at the University. We understand grades are influenced by things outside your control, such as the impact of deprivation where you live. That’s why each year we look at each student's application in detail including circumstances outside of your control that may have impacted your potential.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees shown for Rest of UK students are confirmed for 2025/26.
Tuition fees shown for Scottish students are for 2024/5. The fees for 2025/26 have not yet been confirmed and we expect confirmation of these in March 2025.
Please check the University of Dundee course webpages for international fees for 2025/26.
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