Animation and Illustration (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Animation and Illustration (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides a comprehensive creative environment for students to develop their skills in visual storytelling and digital production. This programme blends traditional analogue methods with cutting-edge digital technology to ensure graduates are versatile and industry-ready. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances technical proficiency with artistic experimentation.

Why Animation and Illustration (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study at a university named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and recipient of a Gold award for teaching excellence.
• Access high-end facilities including dedicated animation production studios, 3D CGI workstations, Cintiqs, and rostrum equipment.
• Engage with industry through guest lectures from world-renowned studios such as Passion Pictures, The Mill, and FrameStore.
• Participate in group drawing trips and visits to international animation festivals, museums, and galleries.
• Gain professional experience through live briefs set by organisations like the BBC, RNLI, and various creative agencies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18400 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Animation Skills
• Illustration and Animation Practice
• Sequential Practice
• Sequential Structures and Contexts
• Computer Generated Imagery
• Critical Issues and Debates
• Professional Sequential Practice
• Working in the Creative Industries
• Research Project

Careers with Animation and Illustration (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the creative sector, including 2D and 3D animators, motion graphics designers, and professional illustrators. The programme emphasises employability by helping students build a professional showreel, website, and portfolio throughout their studies.

Alumni have secured positions at prestigious broadcasters and studios such as the BBC, Channel 4, Filofax, and Slurpy Studios. Many also establish successful freelance careers or continue their academic journey through specialised postgraduate study in fields like children's book illustration.

The university supports career development through the Employability Service, offering tailored advice on CV writing and job applications. Students also have the opportunity to showcase their work to industry professionals during the final-year degree show.