Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
University of Greater Manchester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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At our School of the Arts, we offer creative, student-focused courses that employers value, underpinned by the knowledge and industry experience of our high-quality staff. We update our programmes frequently to ensure they keep up with new and emerging trends and provide the tools and techniques youll need to progress into your chosen area of employment.The University of Boltons BA (Hons) Animation and Illustration degree offers commercial understanding and supports you in developing high-level ...Read more

At our School of the Arts, we offer creative, student-focused courses that employers value, underpinned by the knowledge and industry experience of our high-quality staff. We update our programmes frequently to ensure they keep up with new and emerging trends and provide the tools and techniques you'll need to progress into your chosen area of employment.The University of Bolton's BA (Hons) Animation and Illustration degree offers commercial understanding and supports you in developing high-level technical skills and knowledge. Our expert team will guide and encourage you to work to professional standards in the creative use of a wide range of illustration, animation, and digital software programmes.Building on an introduction to the basics of animation and illustration, the second half of the course offers you increasing levels of choice to specialise in either area, exploring digital and experimental means of image making. We'll also support you in gaining lifelong learning skills, which will help you take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success.Our diverse team are highly experienced, with both professional and academic qualifications. They have extensive experience in the animation and illustration industry and have worked for several broadcasting companies, including the BBC and Granada Television.

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What students say
D
Dorota
26 Mar 25

The best aspects of University of Greater Manchester(Formelly known as University of Bolton) is the content of the course and how fun its to learn my course. Also another good..Read more

J
Joseph
05 Mar 25

The facilities and courses themselves are lovely. Tutors are great and co-operative. Location isn’t “lovely” but is very walkable and ideal for students in a lot of..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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£17,500 per year

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D
Dorota
26 Mar 25
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
The best aspects of University of Greater Manchester(Formelly known as University of Bolton) is the content of the course and how fun its to learn my course. Also another good...
Read more
J
Joseph
05 Mar 25
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
The facilities and courses themselves are lovely. Tutors are great and co-operative. Location isn’t “lovely” but is very walkable and ideal for students in a lot of...
Read more
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University of Greater Manchester
Deane Road Bolton Greater Manchester BL3 5AB United Kingdom
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