MA Animation
Bristol, UWE
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The MA Animation course at UWE Bristol positions animation as an artform at the forefront of contemporary storytelling. New technologies, diversifying media, and emerging audiences offering exciting opportunities for tomorrows filmmakers and designers.Throughout the course, youll study alongside a purposefully small group of peers. Our celebrated staff team and extensive industry links ensure youll learn your craft from skilled professionals, whether you choose to focus on stop-motion, digital ...Read more

The MA Animation course at UWE Bristol positions animation as an artform at the forefront of contemporary storytelling. New technologies, diversifying media, and emerging audiences offering exciting opportunities for tomorrow's filmmakers and designers.

Throughout the course, you'll study alongside a purposefully small group of peers. Our celebrated staff team and extensive industry links ensure you'll learn your craft from skilled professionals, whether you choose to focus on stop-motion, digital 2D, or CG technologies.

As a creative student, you'll be perfectly placed studying in Bristol. As a socially and politically progressive city, it's widely recognised as a global centre for animation production. Our strong partnerships with local organisations - including Aardman Animations - mean you'll benefit from their input, along with many valuable networking opportunities in this thriving creative context.

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45/279
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38th
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Sofia
27 Jan 25

The campus is quite small which is nice. It'd be nice if there was a way to get to each campus quicker..Read more

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Roseanna
26 Feb 24

The location of Bower Ashton campus gives a good escape from living in the centre, being a nice place to work in. However I would like more amenities for the campus that the..Read more

Entry requirements

We're seeking highly motivated students from any background, committed to creative growth in our supportive School of Arts community. Most applicants would have an honours degree in the Visual Arts, but those with qualifications in other disciplines or prior professional experience are also encouraged to apply.

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£9,500 per year

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£16,000 per year

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Sofia
27 Jan 25
Animation - BA (Hons)
The campus is quite small which is nice. It'd be nice if there was a way to get to each campus quicker...
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Roseanna
26 Feb 24
Animation - BA (Hons)
The location of Bower Ashton campus gives a good escape from living in the centre, being a nice place to work in. However I would like more amenities for the campus that the...
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Bristol, UWE
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The University of the West of England, also known as UWE Bristol, is one of the UK’s larger universities with nearly 40,000...

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Bristol, UWE
Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Parson Street  0.7 miles away
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