Animation
The Northern School of ArtCourse Overview
Offered by The Northern School of Art, the BA (Hons) Animation provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Hartlepool, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. If you’re passionate about storytelling and bringing characters to life, our BA (Hons) Animation degree is your gateway to an exciting career. Part of a close-knit, creative community, you’ll explore animation through a blend of traditional and digital techniques, developing a strong foundation in core principles. Hone your drawing skills and create captivating 2D animations using industry-standard software like Toon Boom. Our programme encourages creativity and individuality, giving you the freedom to develop self-directed projects that reflect your unique voice as an animator. Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £15,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC - BBC |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£13,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 — The Northern School of Art
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £24,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £11,500 | £15,500 | £20,500 |
| 5 years | £14,000 | £18,500 | £23,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01). 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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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About The Northern School of Art
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