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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Cardiff
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Cardiff
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Cardiff
Part Time
SEP-25
6 Years
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If you want to work in the 2D or stop-motion animation industry, and have a passion for storytelling through animation, USW's Animation degree is for you. You’ll gain plenty of hands-on experience of traditional and digital animation techniques to complement your strong drawing skills and imagination. You’ll be encouraged to find ways to apply these skills throughout the entire animation process.There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional practice on this course, which will give you a realistic understanding of how the industry works and will enhance your employment prospects.This Animation degree is based at USW's Cardiff campus in the city centre, putting you at the heart of the capital of Wales. Well known as a city of culture and entertainment, the opportunities for creative industries in Cardiff are endless.
Exam type
A levelA level:
CCC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
96 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MMM Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
D - A* Grades / Points required
To include an Art and Design related subject
To include an Art and Design related subject
Pass the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant Art & Design subject with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points
To include an Art and Design related subject
We accept the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma in lieu of a third subject.
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Students living in
England
£9,000 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,000 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,000 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,000 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,000 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£12,600 per year
Students from International
£12600 Per year
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