BA in Animation

This is for you

you are interested in animation films not only as a spectator, but you are also fascinated by how they are made. Animation experience, software knowledge, visual or drawing prior training are beneficial, however, their lack does not hinder you from enrolment. If you are still looking for your place in the world, or if you already have some idea and what you would like to contribute to its values, join us and we will help you to make your ideas come true.

Are you interested in how a drawing becomes a motion picture, are you attracted by film tricks, video games, making apps? As an animation designer, you can become the designer of complex productions in advertising, electronic media, motion pictures, digital post-production or game design, or the specialist of a special field.

What can you study?

• Visual techniques offering limitless opportunities
• Procedures making the path towards the magical world of animation easy to walk
• Practical knowledge with the help of excellent experts and cutting edge technical infrastructure
• You can find the most suitable genre for yourself

Structure of the program

• You will get to know the preparatory and production stages of productions from the idea, the script through the storyboard and animatic to animation and post- production.
• You will learn and apply with confidence the basic principles of visual storytelling, animation, character and layout design and develop your skills in that area which one you most prefer
• You will get familiar with the use of indispensable software for digital filmmaking: editing, compositing and 2D - 3D animation programs.
• You will learn sound design, so you will be able to make the sound and noises of your film from the start.

Career opportunities

• You will know the production procedures of animation productions.
• You will be confident in using classic or digital techniques.
• You will be able to find a job in animation, graphic design or film studios, as a game developer or work for an advertising agency.
• You will be able to work as a freelancer: in the creative industry, reliable animation experts are in high demand.

Main topics

• Story development,
• storyboard drawing,
• animation film language,
• making animatics,
• drawing animation,
• puppet animation,
• 3D modelling and motion,
• 2D digital animation,
• sound design,
• compositing

Specializations

Specializations will be chosen from the third semester and will be launched only in case of an appropriate number of applicants.

• Creative Animation
  • Choose this specialization if you want to gain a comprehensive knowledge about the complex field of animation, including the whole creative process: concept development, design, and production.
  • Beside the mainly 2D digital techniques, you can also exploit the opportunities offered by classical procedures, such as puppet animation or drawing animation.
  • You can put more emphasis on creativity, drawing and visual design skills, or storytelling.
  • Head of specialization: Melinda Kiss DLA, animation designer

• 3D Animation
  • This is for you if you are interested in 3D technology and find captivating reproducing and rethinking the spatial reality.
  • You will learn the basics of modelling, animation, and gain insight into the world of 3D visual design and effects.
  • Beside the creative design processes, you can place more emphasis on technical skills and software knowledge.
  • Head of specialization: Márk Selján DLA, 3D designer

Quotes

“The technical and professional background provided by the university is outstanding in Hungary. The academic staff is not only talented but also successful in their work, which can provide tons of extra experience and encouragement for students.” Our graduate, Dániels Illés

“Animation is an own world, with own rules, an opportunity to show a story it has never been seen before.” Our graduate, Szandra Pataki

“We do not set up uninformed expectations for our students, we help them in every area where they can be themselves. Consequently, many of them already have sufficient knowledge even at the start of their studies to try themselves out in live projects. We are convinced everybody has the talent and value, and we help to discover them.” Melinda Kiss DLA

Application Requirements

• IELTS min. 5.5
• High school diploma
• Portfolio of previous works
• CV and motivation letter