About BA (hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts (with Foundation Year Option) in Bournemouth University

If you want to create art and animation using computer code, and describe technical ideas using film and animation, this is the course for you. Our graduates work all over the world in some of the leading animation and production houses.

Why study BA (Hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts at BU?

• This course is industry recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK's screen-based industries, and carries the ScreenSkills Select quality-mark which indicates courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries. 
• Select specialised options that reflect the versatile nature of production, including real-time engines, rendering, character rigging, data and motion capture. 
• Undertake a variety of assessments including open-ended briefs where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your own specialisms as well as industry live briefs  
• Benefit from supportive tutors who provide tailored and personal reviews of your work  
• Make invaluable contacts before you graduate through regular industry guest speakers and BU’s BFX Festival, featuring a fantastic line-up of speakers, masterclasses, exhibitions, screenings and networking events Access specialist facilities including a new green screen and motion capture studio, as well as animation laboratories, equipped with industry-standard software.
• You’ll be career-ready with 90% of our graduates in employment or further study after 15 months. 

Entry requirements

• High School leaving examinations - We will consider any High School leaving examinations that are considered to be the equivalent to A-level examinations in the UK.

English language requirements

• IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL iBT: 60-78 overall.
• PTE Academic: 54 (with no less than 51 in each component).

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The information below is designed as a guide to the living expenses at university. For those who stay on-campus, the cost of utilities and transportation will be saved as the students will be given annual bus pass.