MSc in Animation
A creative master’s programme blending storytelling, technical skills, and industry-relevant animation production.
Best for:Best for creative professionals, artists, and designers seeking to deepen their animation expertise through a practice-based master’s programme with industry relevance.
Overview
This MSc in Animation at Ulster University offers a hands-on, practice-focused curriculum designed for artists, designers, and technologists. Students engage in storytelling through animation production, developing both creative and technical expertise. The programme supports lifelong learning, catering to professionals from diverse backgrounds, including those with extensive industry experience but limited formal qualifications. It emphasizes portfolio development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world application of animation principles. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong foundation in animation, computer science, design, or related fields, along with the ability to articulate their creative and professional goals.
What you'll do
- Develop and refine animation projects through hands-on production, including storyboarding, character design, and motion capture.
- Collaborate with peers and industry professionals to create cohesive animation narratives and visual concepts.
- Engage in interdisciplinary learning, integrating technical skills with creative storytelling techniques.
- Present and defend creative work in interviews or portfolio reviews to demonstrate readiness for the programme’s challenges.
- Explore advanced animation tools and technologies to enhance production quality and innovation.
- Participate in workshops and critiques to refine artistic and technical skills under faculty guidance.
Requirements
Degree required: A good honours degree (2:2 or higher) in Animation, Computer Science, Engineering, Design Practice, Visual Arts, or a cognate subject from a recognised institution, or equivalent qualifications demonstrated through Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).
Language: English; Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent (e.g., Trinity ISE: Pass at level III).
Instruction: English
- Proven ability to create and present a portfolio or showreel showcasing animation or design work.
- Strong foundational knowledge in animation principles, digital tools, or related creative disciplines.
- Experience articulating a coherent rationale for discipline shifts or career transitions.
- Familiarity with industry-standard animation software or tools.
- Ability to meet intellectual and practical demands of a master’s-level programme.
- Open to applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.
- Consideration of Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for applicants lacking formal qualifications but with extensive industry experience.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: rolling (advisory: submit 2 weeks prior to course start) · open until filled
Applicants can apply directly to Ulster University at any time. The process involves submitting an application, which may include an interview and portfolio/showreel submission for programmes requiring additional selection. Ensure sufficient time for application review and pre-enrolment tasks. Check the course page for specific deadlines if additional selection criteria apply.
- CV or resume
- Cover letter or personal statement
- Portfolio and/or showreel demonstrating animation or design work
- Proposal outlining creative or professional goals
- Academic transcripts (if applicable)
- Proof of English language proficiency (if international applicant)
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