Overview

This Creative Arts (Animation) degree at Queensland University of Technology allows you to learn the various creative aspects and techniques involved in animated filmmaking, visual effects and games by providing a solid grounding in the fundamental practices, theory, techniques and art of animation.

You will graduate with a highly skilled degree with the ability to create, build worlds and animate characters which will open doors to a variety of exciting careers.

Career and outcomes

The ability to create, build worlds and animate characters opens doors to a variety of careers. Animation is an important part of filmmaking, TV production and creative advertising and marketing. It’s also integral to games production.

Graduates of the animation major are employed in various industries and fields, ranging from film, games and education to architecture, engineering and medical research for assisting with product previsualisation.

Advertising specialist

Animator

Artist

Computer games developer

Film/television producer

Illustrator

Media industry specialist

Motion capture specialist

Motion graphics designer

Multimedia designer

Post-production specialist

Procurement specialist

Producer

Virtual production specialist

Visual artist

Web designer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Creative Practice

Animation History and Cotext

Motion Design

CGI Foundations

Pathways to a Creative Career

Animation Aesthetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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More details

If you have to apply for an Australian visa to study, it is recommended to submit your application at least 6-7 months before you intend to start the degree.

Language

English

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Credits

288 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Animation View 13 other Bachelors in Animation in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS: 116102H

An aggregate score of 8 based on the best three A-Level subjects from General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced (A2) Level.

A or A2-Level: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1

A maximum of two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level subjects can be counted in place of one A-level subject provided that the same subject has not been taken at A level.

AS-or A1 Level: A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39800 AUD / year

≈ 39800 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12500 AUD / year

≈ 12500 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported place (CSP) for domestic students.

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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