MA Animation

The MA Animation course offered by Manchester Metropolitan University is a one-year full-time course suitable for both traditional and digital animators. The course is designed particularly for those looking to enhance and refine their animation skills further while focusing on the creative and critical analysis of the animation industry. It enables students to focus on their specialist area, while also exploring other related areas within the creative industries.Course Content: The course offers you the chance to extend your skills in character and series development, narrative form, performance, and visual language. The curriculum's inclusive approach ensures that you have the knowledge and comprehension of the creative industries necessary to become a permanent part of them.Key Modules: Although the website doesn't specify 'Key Modules,' it does mention that this MA is project-led and studio-based. The Unit named 'Creative Industry Practice' includes intensive specialist workshops in storyboarding, sound design, and puppet making with leading industry practitioners.Accreditations: The MA Animation course is not accredited by any specific body.Future Careers: After completion of this degree, students can find placements in fields like creative industries, teaching, or PhD research. The programme's ultimate goal is for you to launch your animation project within the creative sectors or enter employment in a range of disciplines within the creative industries.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.