Animation
About the Program
This BA in Animation covers the processes of creating animations from a vocational perspective. The program takes a multidisciplinary perspective that reaches across different specialities (e.g., video games, 2D and 3D animation, character design, 3D modelling, and concept art).
Learning Outcomes
- Gain theoretical and practical insights into the animation industry;
- Nurture creative skills to carry out original and unique projects;
- Be able to bring your ideas to life, design your own characters and create fantastic worlds;
- Gain practical experience through industry internships.
Profile
As an animator, you must possess a unique combination of skills, including:
Creativity
Generate original ideas and express them through unique projects.Technique
Master the most used tools and software in the field of animation.Industry knowledge
Keep up-to-date with trends and market evolution.Resilience
Adapt to changes in a dynamic and constantly evolving industry.
Career Prospects
The animation industry in Spain is in full growth with a turnover of 900 million euros and 30,000 jobs generated in the last year (ICEX data).
Career Fields
- 2D animation,
- 3D animation,
- Illustration,
- Art direction,
- Visual development,
- Concept art,
- Character and scenery modeling,
- Research and teaching, etc.
Diploma & Accreditation
The Bachelor's Degree is equivalent to a University degree and is accredited by the Agency for Quality in the University System. These studies will allow you to access official master's programs and exams for Public Service.
Required Materials
It has been determined that a laptop is required for your program. If you plan to use a Mac, you may need to configure your Mac laptop to run software on Windows.
PC - Minimum Requirements:
- Intel Core i7 processor or equivalent
- 16 GB of RAM or more
- 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
- NVIDIA RTX GPU or an equivalent graphics card
- Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).
Mac - Minimum Requirements:
- MacBook Air
- M2
- 8GB Ram
- 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
PC - Recommended Requirements:
- Intel Core i7 processor or equivalent
- 32 GB of RAM or more
- 1TB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
- NVIDIA RTX 2050 (or superior) or AMD equivalent
- Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).
Mac - Recommended Requirements:
- MacBook Pro
- M2
- 16 GB Ram
- 1TB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
Opportunities
Our facilities
Join a community of emerging creatives and experienced mentors on our spectacular 11,000m2 campus. Sustainable architecture meets state-of-the-art facilities in 22@, Barcelona’s innovation district. Our inspiring campus is the place to turn creative dreams into career realities.
Connected with the business world
We have a Business Service that will guide and manage your internships, both curriculum-related and extracurricular, so that you can enjoy a unique professional experience with the company that best suits your profile.
Admissions Criteria
To enroll in this program, you must have completed high school or a CFGS (Higher Technical Education) and passed a specific entrance exam.
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Individuals over 18 years old without formal qualifications may gain access after passing a maturity test related to high-school objectives.
A pass in the university entrance exam for individuals aged 25 and older.
A high school diploma or its equivalent.
Academic Dates
The bachelor's degree program has a single start date in the month of September. The enrollment period begins in October of the previous year and ends in July.
Tuition & Aid
