Bachelor of Science in Design - Digital Animation
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
8 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
AED 20,000 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Turn Fantasy into Reality
Have you always wanted to know the behind-the-scenes secrets of Pixar and Freej? This program offers aspiring animators the opportunity to create their own movie magic by fusing cinematic storytelling with digital technology and finding their own creative voice with close guidance and encouragement from experienced faculty and guest speakers.
This degree is designed to teach students everything they need to know about animation principles, current techniques, and industry standards. Students will be primed to make their mark in this exciting field, producing work in professional, creative, and stimulating environments. Students will benefit from direct contact with highly experienced animation artists and tutorial staff and will be encouraged to develop skills across traditional and modern animation disciplines, including subjects such as figure drawing, contextual studies and the handling of state-of-the-art digital programs.
The American University in the Emirates is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education
Admissions
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Curriculum
39 Courses | 126 Credit hours
| General Education | Courses (11) | Credit Hours (33) |
| Core Course | Courses (11) | Credit Hours (30) |
| Specialization | Courses (16) | Credit Hours (60) |
| Free Electives | Courses (1) | Credit Hours (3) |
General Education Course
A: Languages and Communication Studies
The student selects 12 credit hours (4 courses) from the list below
- University Life - [3 Credit Hours]
- Academic Writing - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Research - [3 Credit Hours]
- Arabic Composition - [3 Credit Hours]
- Arabic for Non-Arab - [3 Credit Hours]
- Communication Skills in Arabic - [3 Credit Hours]
B: The Natural sciences
The student selects 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list below
- Natural Science - [3 Credit Hours]
- Sustainable Energy - [3 Credit Hours]
- Environmental Science - [3 Credit Hours]
- Physics - [3 Credit Hours]
C: The social or behavioral sciences
The student selects 6 credit hours (2 courses) from the list below
- General Psychology - [3 Credit Hours]
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Social Science - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Political Science - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Sociology - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Anthropology - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Geography - [3 Credit Hours]
- Human Rights - [3 Credit Hours]
D: Information Technology or Quantitative
The student selects 9 credit hours (3 courses) from the list below
- General Mathematics - [3 Credit Hours]
- General Statistics - [3 Credit Hours]
- Intro To Computer System - [3 Credit Hours]
- Math for Business - [3 Credit Hours]
E: The Humanities or Arts
The student selects 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list below
- Contemporary Arab Art - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Philosophy - [3 Credit Hours]
- Middle East History - [3 Credit Hours]
- World History - [3 Credit Hours]
- American Literature - [3 Credit Hours]
- History of Islamic Art - [3 Credit Hours]
F: Islamic Studies
The student selects 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list below
- Islamic Culture - [3 Credit Hours]
- Islamic Civilization - [3 Credit Hours]
G: UAE Studies
The student selects 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list below
- UAE and GCC Society - [3 Credit Hours]
Core Course
- Color Theory and Practice - [3 Credit Hours]
- Basic Design - [3 Credit Hours]
- Fundamentals of Graphic Illustration and Digital Imaging - [3 Credit Hours]
- Drawing - [3 Credit Hours]
- Design Thinking - [3 Credit Hours]
- Art History I - [3 Credit Hours]
- Art History II - [3 Credit Hours]
- 3D Design - [3 Credit Hours]
- Collaborative Design Studio - [3 Credit Hours]
- Pre-Internship - [0 Credit Hours]
- Internship - [3 Credit Hours]
Specialization Course
- Introduction to Animation - [3 Credit Hours]
- Introduction to Digital Video Production - [3 Credit Hours]
- Motion Graphic - [3 Credit Hours]
- Surface Modeling - [3 Credit Hours]
- Character Modeling - [3 Credit Hours]
- Character Animation - [3 Credit Hours]
- History Animation - [6 Credit Hours]
- Storyboarding - [6 Credit Hours]
- Character Rigging and Setup - [6 Credit Hours]
- Capstone I / Pre-Production Team - [6 Credit Hours]
- Capstone II / Production Team - [6 Credit Hours]
- Special Topics in Digital Animation - [3 Credit Hours]
- 2D Animation - [6 Credit Hours]
- Fundamentals of 3D Animation - [3 Credit Hours]
- Typography I - [6 Credit Hours]
- Life Drawing- [3 Credit Hours]
Free Electives
1 Course | 3 credit hours
Based on Interest
- Media & Mass Communication Courses
- Education Courses
- Business Administration Courses
- Security & Global Studies Courses
- Information Technology Courses
- Computer Sciences Courses
Support Field of Study
- Fashion Design Courses
- Graphic Design Courses
- Interior Design Courses
Attendance
Student builds the schedule based on available offered courses in the registered semester
| Weekday Morning Classes | Weekday Evening Classes |
| Sunday - Tuesday | Between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday - Wednesday | Between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | Sunday - Tuesday | Between 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Monday - Wednesday | Between 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Program Outcome
- Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in fashion design concepts and processes using industry terminology.
- Integrate knowledge and relevant technologies, techniques, and equipment to achieve innovative design solutions.
- Apply trend research, design aesthetics, and creative skills per industry standards.
- Produce a satisfactory body of creative work appropriate for a professional position in the fashion industry.
- Appraise fashion design practices, ethical and social responsibilities in regional and global contexts.