Course Overview
Offered by Bournemouth University, the MA 3D Computer Animation provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. This industry-recognised Master’s, accredited by ScreenSkills, prepares you for careers in animation across film, TV, games, and interactive media. Graduates work at top studios like Pixar, DreamWorks, and Sony, with some earning Oscars and BAFTAs. Why study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU? - Industry-Ready Skills: Develop skills for a variety of fields including films, games, TV, commercials, scientific visualisation, virtual environments, and more, ensuring you're prepared for diverse career opportunities - Collaborative Learning: Collaborate with students across NCCA Master’s cour... International tuition fees are £19,688 per year, home/UK fees are £11,550 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements General entry requirements The normal requirements for embarking upon a postgraduate taught degree are: A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject A professional qualification or diploma recognised to be equivalent to an honours degree Industrial experience deemed to be equivalent to an honours degree Applicants are also required to submit a portfolio in support of their application for this course. If you lack the formal academic qualifications needed to enter a postg |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 66 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,688
per year
Home Student Fee
£11,550
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £26,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £27,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £33,500 | £43,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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