Overview

Examine the interplay of light, color and texture in visual arts. Explore the technical capabilities and creative possibilities of motion graphics, typography, 2D animation and 3D modeling. Grand Canyon University is known for our creative and welcoming community. Digital animation students are encouraged to collaborate with their peers via the Digital Design Club, which fosters the pre-professional development of visual communication.

Digital Design is a dynamic specialization that focuses on creating professional, real-world design solutions. Grand Canyon University’s Digital Design degree programs teach students to be visual designers who use their skills to enrich, engage and communicate in our information-driven society. Students will become digital design generalists, with the ability to further refine their career by choosing one of four degree paths, including an emphasis in animation.Throughout the program, students learn general design foundations and techniques, including research, strategy development and creative brief development. As students dive deeper into their areas of interest projects become progressively more complex and self-driven.The Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design - Animation program prepares students to work as entry-level designers in a variety of exciting industries that use motion graphics including advertising, marketing, social media, journalism and corporate communications. The job opportunities for students with these skills span all sectors of the economy and will offer growth opportunities well into the future.Students learn the design process, including concept development, visualization techniques, stylistic trends, composition, typography, color theory, image creation, and static and sequential composition using industry-standard motion graphics software. While building all these skills, students create dynamic visual content in every studio course. Motion graphics pervade digital advertisements, social media videos, and brand experiences.

Careers

Job candidates with a BA in Digital Design with an Emphasis in Animation are prepared to pursue careers in a variety of digital design and animation outlets that require technical expertise combined with a creative flair. Digital design graduates can pursue careers in:

Advertising agencies

Marketing agencies

Social media companies

Corporate offices

Startups

Software services companies

Churches

Nonprofit groups

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Motion Graphics 1, 2, and 3

Motion Technologies

Typography 1 and 2

Advanced Motion Design 1, 2 and 3

Interface Design 1: User Experience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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The university’s rolling admissions policy allows new students to be admitted throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Phoenix, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

To be accepted for admission to Grand Canyon University's (GCU) campus or online undergraduate programs, you must submit acceptable high school or college transcripts to meet the admission requirements

Direct start applicants interested in attending GCU must meet one of the following requirements:

High School Graduate with an Unweighted GPA of 3.0+
High School Graduate with an Unweighted GPA of 2.5+ and Qualifying College Entrance Exam Score
GED and Transcript of All Credit-bearing Coursework

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16500 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16500 USD / year

≈ 16500 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16500 USD / year

≈ 16500 USD / year

Additional Details

Online fee + $485/ credit

Living costs

Phoenix

United States

900 - 1450 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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