About the Courses
Top reasons to study with us
Westminster is ranked top 15 among UK institutions for Communication and Media Studies in the QS World University Rankings 2023. The University is also ranked in the top 15 in the Complete University Guide 2023 for 'Student Satisfaction' in Communication and Media Studies
Master multiple animation methods – You’ll have the chance to master a wide range of animation methods, both traditional and cutting-edge
Learn from expert tutors – In-depth subject-specific support is provided by our large team of animation tutors, each with their own areas of expertise
Showcase your animation – Your work will be shown at our Regent Street Cinema – the birthplace of British cinema
Study in a creative environment – Our Harrow Campus offers opportunities for collaboration with artists, musicians, filmm
Top reasons to study with us
Westminster is ranked top 15 among UK institutions for Communication and Media Studies in the QS World University Rankings 2023. The University is also ranked in the top 15 in the Complete University Guide 2023 for 'Student Satisfaction' in Communication and Media Studies
Master multiple animation methods – You’ll have the chance to master a wide range of animation methods, both traditional and cutting-edge
Learn from expert tutors – In-depth subject-specific support is provided by our large team of animation tutors, each with their own areas of expertise
Showcase your animation – Your work will be shown at our Regent Street Cinema – the birthplace of British cinema
Study in a creative environment – Our Harrow Campus offers opportunities for collaboration with artists, musicians, filmmakers and designers from around the world
Modules
Subjects of study include (across 5 core modules):
Introduction to Academic Practice
Critical Thinking for Academic and Professional Development
Art and Design Explorations
Making and Modelling
Seeing and Doing
You are introduced to a broad range of concepts in animation and visual design, and you will work both independently and collaboratively. The practice and integrated theory modules are project-led, and all involve elements of research, problem solving and experimentation with processes and ideas.
Subjects of study include:
2D Computer Animation
Animation Contexts and Approaches
Animation: Storytelling and narrative
Digital Arts 1
Industry 1: Working in Professional Contexts
Drawing Exploration
Visual Effects
You are encouraged to take more individual responsibility for developing your ideas and approaches to animation, and to enter your work for external competitions and film festivals. You will begin to develop your own individual approaches to animation production, so practical work has a higher conceptual demand, and you are encouraged to be innovative and experimental.
Subjects of study include:
3D Computer Animation
Digital Arts 2
Documentary Animation
Industry 2: Professional Practice and Enterprise
Sequence and Message
Brands
Reality VR, AR, and MR
Theories of Media and Communication
UX/ UIDesign
Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the option to spend a year abroad at a partner institution or in employment to progress your career.
You will work on self-directed projects within both theory and practice elements of the course, enabling you to intensively focus on personal development, whether you plan to work as an independent animator or within a growing commercial context such as advertising, the animation games industry or interactive design. Integrated 'theory of practice' modules will ensure that you develop the skills and confidence required to operate effectively in a range of professional situations.
The work produced at this level can be used as evidence in support of application to further study or professional commissions and employment.
Subjects of study include:
Digital Arts 3
Industry 3: Professional Practice and Public Engagement
Major Project (Animation)
Audio Storytelling
Contextual Research Project
Creative Advertising
Critical Design
Stop-Motion Animation
User Experience (UX) and App Design