Animation and Illustration (Hons) University of Worcester

Overview

Studying the Animation and Illustration (Hons) programme from University of Worcester as a joint honours degree reflects today’s world of multimedia communications and publishing, in which illustrators and animators work together in a wide range of contexts. You’ll focus on drawing as a tool for thinking and visualising, from conceptual sketches through to full-colour finished pieces.

Students graduate with experience and skills suited for the fast-paced digital design world.

Key features

• A cohesive joint study programme

• Live projects integrated into year-long modules of study

• On-campus access to industry-standard software and motion capture facilities

• Programme of guest lectures and events

• Live brief collaboration with publishers

• Opportunity to travel to destinations in mainland Europe

• Introduction to exhibition practice through illustration fairs, card sales and exhibitions

• Tailor your course to your individual needs with a joint honours degree

Where could it take you?

Employability

Animators and illustrators are increasingly in demand as the media industries expand.

You will find career opportunities in animation production and in professional illustration fields including newspapers and magazines, books, advertising, exhibiting independent work, television and the internet. All these fields are potential showcases for graduates' work.

Graduates will also find career opportunities in television motion graphics, graphic design, story writing, studio management, the games industry, compositing, special effects and advertising.

In addition to developing your capabilities as an animator and illustrator, the course will enable you to develop a wide range of transferable skills, from research and analysis techniques, to problem-solving, to communication and negotiation.