StudyQA — Master: Animation — University of Wales

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Our Course is designed to help you identify, develop and refine a progressive and critical engagement with animation in all it´s forms. While developing the skills to help you realise your ideas, our course provides a bridge to the industry or to further academic study.

Above all this is a vocational course that emphasises the importance of maintaining an individualised creative and innovative approach to film making. Our students work towards the completion of a unique body of work that includes a professional showreel, portfolio and short film supported by a critical paper. The course enjoys industry recognition as part of the Skillset Screen Academy Wales, which provides access to masterclasses, mentoring, specialised equipment and bursaries.

What you study
PART 1
This is the taught component of the course and includes practice, theory and research elements. It comprises a flexible modular framework where you will be taught animation/film studies, timing for animation and scriptwriting, as well as essential software skills, Maya, Life Drawing and 3D stop motion. You will gain relevant industrial practice through work placements or case studies. These sessions are complemented by masterclasses and mentoring from industry professionals and the annual animator in residence scheme.

PART 2
You will make a 3-minute film, or equivalent, which is supported by a written critical paper. This is achieved through establishing your own research directions, which will be formed through negotiation with the course team. Such negotiations will take place through a regular series of pitch presentations. You will be supported in your work through tutorials with the course team and industry professionals. Financial support is also available through a production bursary.

MFA
The MFA award is based on supervised study. This work can be focused on significant professional experience gained through work placements or internships organised through the Skillset Screen Academy Wales; an extended animation production; or a research project that could lead to registration for an MPhil/PhD.

Entry RequirementsIt is the policy of the University to admit students to courses on the basis of their potential. We pride ourselves on our commitment to equal opportunities and encourage applications from a wide range of people who have a desire to fulfil their true potential. Postgraduate CoursesApplicants must hold an undergraduate degree from the University of Wales or another approved institution or hold a degree equivalent qualification as recognised by the University. Please refer to specific course entry requirements for minimum degree classification (if applicable).Applicants who do not hold a degree qualification may be considered on the basis of having sufficient relevant experience.Students applying for PGCE courses must be of graduate status and cannot apply for the course on the basis of relevant experience alone.Those applicants who wish to apply for courses leading to professional qualifications should refer to the individual course pages for specific entry requirements.European Union (EU) StudentsStudents from within the EU should apply in the same way as UK applicants as detailed in previous sections. If you intend to apply you will need to demonstrate sufficient skills in English Language in order to complete your chosen course successfully. You should, therefore, hold one of the following:o The British Council´s International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with a score of 6 or more.o TOEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) with a score of 550 or more.For EU students there may be support available for tuition fees on a similar basis to UK students. For further information on this please contact the Department for Education & Skills (DfES).T: + 44 (0)141 2433570 W: International StudentsInternational students (non EU) applying for postgraduate programmes should apply using the International Application Form found at For full requirements see English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C)