Animation

Course Overview

Animation design courses are about conceptualising great characters, environments, and storylines. At Raffles, you will learn how to make your artwork come to life and other elements of animation design. College will give you lots of practice that simulates industry assignments and deadlines. Be prepared to draw and render a lot. This gives you the stamina and ability to work under pressure and produce quality animation works!

An Animation design advanced diploma programme will focus on developing your technical skills and theory foundations from the basics. And this will help you build an animation design portfolio with software like Maya, 3DSMax and SolidWorks. The animation design bachelor's degree programme in Sydney will give you more time to refine your skills, polish your portfolio, and delve deeper into animation theories. After graduation, you will be prepared for the realities and expectations of a professional animator. With an animation degree at Raffles, you will be qualified to enrol into animation design master's degree programmes at other universities.

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Why Study Animation @Raffles

Increased Employability

Increased Employability

Pick up new skills quickly with our intensive Animation course. Assignments that reflect industry practices will build your professionalism.
International Veteran Lecturers

International Veteran Lecturers

With years of industry experience, our lecturers will impart valuable skills relevant to the animation industry. They will also provide insights and networking opportunities.
Exclusive Learning Experience

Exclusive Learning Experience

With small class sizes in our Animation courses, lecturers can give you personalised, detailed and constructive advice.
 

Bachelor of Design

Certification Undergraduate Degree
Duration 2 + 1 years
Awarded by Raffles College Pte Ltd, Sydney
(trading as Raffles College of Design and Commerce)
Intake February, April, July, October
Available in Australia, Sydney (Raffles College of Design and Commerce)
Entry Requirement

Advanced Diploma in Animation

Certification Advanced Diploma
Duration 2 years
Awarded by Raffles College of Higher Education, Singapore
Intake January, April, July, October
Available in Singapore (Raffles Design Institute)
Entry Requirement
 

Areas of Study

  • Life Drawing
  • Digital Photography
  • Design & Culture
  • 3D Character Animation
  • Academic Research & Communication Skills
  • Web Development
  • Freehand Drawing
  • Interactive Media Design
  • Colour for Designers
  • Experimental Video
  • Image Processing
  • Motion Capture
  • Digital Illustration
  • Portfolio and Presentation
  • Typography
  • Understanding Acting
  • Design Principles
  • Story & Drama
  • 3D Techniques
  • Art Direction
  • Video & Audio Techniques
  • Character Design
  • 3D Modelling
  • Directing Animation
  • Animation Principles
  • Screenplay & Storyboarding
  • Internship*
  • * Students who have completed an internship relevant to Animation at the advanced diploma level may be exempted from this internship.

Career Opportunities

  • Producer
  • Character Designer
  • Concept Artist
  • Animation Director
  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Matte Painter
  • Animator
  • 3D Modeller
  • Visual Effects Supervisor
  • Texture and Lighting Artist
  • Online Interactive Games Developer
  • Animation Designer/Artist
  • Special Effects Artist

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