BSc (Hons) Computer Animation Arts

The University of the West of Scotland offers an undergraduate course in Computer Animation Arts. This course provides a unique fusion of art and science, marrying artistic creativity with technological skill. Students are given firsthand access to cutting-edge technology such as motion capture equipment, VR, production labs, and modern workstations, providing an immersive learning atmosphere that assists in honing their artistic and technical proficiency.Course Content: The course includes areas such as animation, VFX (Visual Effects), and game arts, fostering a robust base of knowledge and technical mastery. The student’s journey includes the exploration of traditional art skills which are then transitioned digitally, culminating in effective storytelling and character animation.Key Modules: These include 3D modelling, motion capture, computer animation, game design, coding/programming, portfolio planning, and professional project. Accreditations: The course is accredited by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK's screen-based industries, and carries the ScreenSkills Select Endorsement.Future Careers: Upon completion, students can explore diverse career paths such as an animator, VFX artist, or game artist. Alumni of this course work globally with many noted companies such as Rockstar Games, Axis Animation and Sony. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.