BA (Hons) Animation
University of Portsmouth
Duration
3 years
Intake
September Intake (Primary Intake) ,January Intake (Limited Programs)
Degree
Bachelor (3 years)
Program Overview
Animation combines drawing, crafting, experimentation, filmmaking, and storytelling. It gives artists many skills to tell powerful, personal stories.
On our Animation degree, you’ll learn the artistic insight, technical skills, and creative vision needed for animation. You’ll step into a growing creative industry, which includes film and TV animation, motion graphics, and illustration. Our degree covers both 2D and 3D filmmaking.
Work on various projects to learn about character animation and visual storytelling. Then, you can explore production, compositing, and editing.
You’ll also learn from professionals from all walks of the animation industry. Some have worked for Disney, Sony, and Cartoon Network. Others have led visual effects for popular films like The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and Chronicles of Narnia.
Animation is more than art and technology. At Portsmouth, you’ll also think about how media affects society and the ethical side of animation.
Key Information
University
University of Portsmouth
Campus
Total Credits
360
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
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Tuition fees (September 2025 start)
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BA (Hons)
- UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £9,535 a year (including EU Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £17,900 a year (subject to annual increase)
Foundation year
- UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 per year (may be subject to annual increase)
Please note this foundation year with ICP isn't currently open to EU or International students.
Funding your studies
Find out how to fund your studies, including the scholarships and bursaries you could get. You can also find more about tuition fees and living costs, including what your tuition fees cover.
Applying from outside the UK? Find out about funding options for international students.
Tuition fees terms and conditions
Additional course costs
These course-related costs aren’t included in the tuition fees. So you’ll need to budget for them when you plan your spending.
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Final year project
Placements
You’ll need to cover additional costs, such as travel costs, if you take an optional placement or placement abroad.
These costs will vary depending on the location and duration of the placement, and can range from £50–£1000.
Placement year and study abroad tuition fees
During your placement year or study abroad year, you’ll be eligible for a discounted rate on your tuition fees. Currently, tuition fees for that year are:
- UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £1,430 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £1,430 a year (including EU Scholarship - may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £2,875 a year (subject to annual increase)
The costs associated with your specific destination will be discussed during your second year, as well as possible sources of additional funding.
Course Structure
The UK’s animation industry creates pioneering content and visual effects worldwide for commercials, websites, games, and interactive technologies. Animations for events, concerts, theatre performances, and theme parks are also on the rise (Animation UK). With the rapid development of future technologies such as virtual, mixed, and augmented reality, animation continues to be a growing sector of the global media and entertainment market.
Upon completing our Animation degree course, you can be part of this vital industry that transcends all sectors.
Graduate roles
Our graduates have worked in a wide range of artistic roles, including:
- animators
- concept artists
- directors
- compositors
- creative directors
- art directors
- modelers
- user interface (UI) designers
- post-production technical directors
Graduate destinations
Our graduates have worked at renowned companies such as:
- Climax
- Frames tore
- The Mill
- Sony Pictures Animation
- Kunju Games
- Centroid 3d in Pinewood Studios
- Cartoon Network
Graduate productions
Some of our alumni have worked on high-profile feature films and cartoons, including:
- Avatar
- Life of Pi
- Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland
- The Amazing World of Gumball
Ongoing careers support
Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.
Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.
Placement year (optional)
After your second or third year, you can complete an optional work placement to gain professional experience and enhance your skills. It's also a great incentive for employers once you graduate.
You can work for a company, organization or agency, or you can go self-employed and start your own business with fellow students or by yourself.
Whatever you decide – or even if you just want some employability advice – our Careers and Employability team can support you every step of the way.
Supporting your creative career
Our dedicated Careers and Employability team have extensive recruitment experience across a multitude of areas including the creative sector.
They can provide you with supporting and advice, including:
- Searching for the ideal job through their database of vacancies
- Giving tips on how to write an interesting CV that will catch employers' attention, no matter the role
- Organizing mock interviews, so you can hone your technique and familiarize yourself with the recruitment environment
- Writing your startup business proposal – if you're going down the self-employment route
- Researching placement opportunities and applying for creative opportunities
The team will continue to support you throughout your placement year and beyond, providing you with help for up to 5 years after your graduate.
Entry Requirement
Academic
Language
OIETC - 6.0/5.5
TOEFL - 79 overall less 17 in L.W. and 18 in R and 20in S.
PTE - 62/59
How To Apply
Prepare all required documents
including academic transcripts and certificates, Passport, NID, TB Test, and a recent photograph.
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