3D Animation and Games BA Honours

At Middlesex, we passionately believe in the importance of formal and conceptual experimentation as a means to developing innovative approaches to animation and games. The work our students complete on this course is far reaching in form and content due to the collaborative studio culture that develops throughout the programme.

This specialised course is run in partnership with BA Animation so you can gain experience in traditional animation techniques such as 2D pixilation, stop motion and model making, as well as 3D computer animation. This critical foundation in the fundamentals of drawing and animation is coupled with practical and theoretical experimentations in gaming culture.

Course highlights:
The course is well resourced with fantastic facilities you will have access to over 30 workstations equipped with the latest software including Maya, Z Brush, After Effects, Flash, Final Cut Pro, Unity and Photoshop
The course has dedicated use of a Vicon Motion Capture Suite
You will be taught and assessed by award winning practitioners as well as academics with research interests in 3D graphics and games
Unlike many equivalent degrees at other universities, on our degree we focus on improving your draughtsmanship, an important skill for professional animators
Middlesex has strong links with employers, with our industry partners sponsoring final year students and giving visiting lectures
Teaching is focused on project based workshops supplemented by lectures and seminars so you can build a substantial portfolio of work
At the end of your degree, you will exhibit your work at our Art and Design Degree Show and showcase your talents to creative industry employers at Motion Picture Company, Soho
As a student of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.

Interviews, entrance tests, portfolios and auditions
Entry onto this course requires an interview. You should allow two hours for the whole interview process as this includes a tour of the facilities. We use the interview to find out more about you, to better understand your aspirations and interests, and to explore why you want to study with us.

You should also bring a full portfolio to the interview. Portfolios for this course should include 10 20 pieces of work that represent your art and design skills and experience, together with your favourite sketchbook.