BA (Hons) 3D Computer Animation & Modeling

About

NEXT CLASSES BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY AND AUGUST 2019.

The BA (Hons) 3D Computer Animation & Modeling degree is focused on 3D computer graphics and allows generalists and specialists to study everything from character animation and storytelling to digital modeling of characters in high-tech environments and vehicles. The course also covers concept art and design, digital texture, virtual lighting, technical direction (such as rigging, coding, and hair and fabric simulation), and architectural visualization. Students can work in film, 3D games, TV, advertising, architectural visualization among many related industries.

If you are a high school student (or equivalent) of the Brazilian educational system, it is highly recommended to attend Foundation Art & Design, an intensive one-year course designed exclusively for students who wish to enroll in British baccalaureate courses, but do not have the training corresponding professional and/or work experience in computer graphics.

creative skillset

The creative skillset certification is awarded in recognition of the highest level of education and facilities for the creative industries. It gives potential employers an indication that candidates who have taken our course have been professionally trained and are ready to successfully take on their role in the creative industries.

Careers

Job opportunities include digital animation companies, games, special effects companies for TV and cinema. Our students work with or as freelancers for the world's best-known production and post-production companies.

Teaching method

The course uses mixed teaching techniques, but most of the time is concentrated on real projects, software and art based lectures and workshops.

Digital animation courses are assessed through project work both individually and in groups; there is also a contextual element that requires writing to be submitted, and professional presentations and juries often occur.

Stages

Internships are a valuable way to establish contacts in the market and understand the commercial reality of the chosen discipline.

That means students working across multiple sectors of the creative industries: in graphic, product or interior design consultancies; working as resident artists in galleries; producing objects and scenery for the TV and film industry; accompanying teachers in education; working with commercial photographers to students working in the music industry.

class schedule

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 08:30 to 13:30.

Studio Practice: Thursdays from 08:30 to 13:30.

Course structure

YEAR 1 - LEVEL 4

Year 1 - Level 4 modules are common to 2D Animation and Character for Digital Media, 3D Computer Animation and Modeling, 3D Games Art & Design, and Visual Effects for Film and Television courses.

This year students are introduced to the field of digital animation, its broad concepts, context and skills. The modules have been designed so that students can develop basic knowledge and skills to enter Year 2 - Level 5.

Students learn hands-on using professional software, guided by short projects throughout the year.

Students can decide to change courses at the end of Year 1 - Level 4, always guided by coordinators and teachers. Exploring the possibilities of the following 4 courses (2D Animation and Character for Digital Media, 3D Computer Animation and Modeling, 3D Games Art & Design and Visual Effects for Film and Television), they make a safer and more informed decision, as they are clear about the requirements of the global market.

Main modules:

• Thinking Animation: stories, theories, context
• Practice and Techniques of Computer Graphics
• Digital Art
• Creativity, concept, story
• Moving Image

YEAR 2 - LEVEL 5

In Year 2 - Level 5, there are 60 specific credits and 60 common credits.

Semester A allows students to specialize in their chosen field, through short projects, and deepen their knowledge in the area.

Semester B involves a more creative and independent learning style. Working projects allow you to start the creative process from design to the completion of an animation, game or special effects scene. Students can choose to work in a group on a project, participate in a 'live' project or do an internship. This exposes students to professional standards and broadens their understanding of customer requirements.

Main modules:

• Moving Visions: perspectives of digital animation
• Creative Project
• Advanced 3D expertise
• Planning and post-production for 3D
• Professional visualization and practice for 3D

Optional:

• Professional experience

YEAR 3 - LEVEL 6

During Year 3 - Level 6, students must develop independent research work in the specific area they have chosen. This work may include a pre-agreed, challenging briefing developed especially for him or a "live" project or a project from an academic partner.

The program requires the student to exercise initiative, personal responsibility and ambition, and to make decisions in complex and unpredictable contexts. Time and project planning and engagement with aesthetics and emotional/narrative content are assessed.

Students present their graduation project to professors and coordinators and, in some cases, to invited professionals from the market. Many of the works by students at the University of Hertfordshire in London have won awards in Britain and beyond.

Main modules:

• Preparing for the job market
• Graduation Project
• Pre-production for 3D
• Critical and Cultural Studies: L6 Research / Report / Essay

registration conditions

Candidates who have been admitted can enroll by presenting the documents below:

• Copy of RG and CPF (or Passport / RNE for international students)
• Copy of High School Transcript with GDAE number or equivalent
• Copy of Proof of Residence (with zip code)
• 1 3x4 Photo (or digital file in JPG format, 3x4 proportional)
• Signature of the contract for the provision of educational services by EBAC
• Valid official English Language Proficiency Certificate*

*Valid official certificates: IELTS Academic 6.0 or higher, FCE level B2 overall band B or higher, CAE overall band 180 or higher or TOEFL iBT higher than 65.