Course Description

Animation is a powerful storytelling medium that is becoming more accessible to the average person. It is a form of expression through which artists can create communicative and imaginative art for others to enjoy and appreciate. This degree introduces learners to the tools and techniques required to produce animated work using traditional and digital tools. Learners will start by exploring basic animation theory and mechanics, develop observational and drawing skills and study the fundamental principles of visual design, layout, and storyboarding. They will gain experience in producing traditional artwork for stop-motion and frame-by-frame animation and gain a working knowledge of 2D and 3D animation practices including cinematography, motion graphics, rigging, visual effects and sound design.

Career Prospects

Animator,
Background Artist,
Concept Artist,
Game Artist,
Graphic Designer,
Illustrator,
Motion Graphics Artist,
VFX artist,
Web Designer

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Digital Design
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Art and Design
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Video Production
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in IT (Multimedia Software Development stream or Software Development stream only)

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes
Compulsory A-Level: Art or Graphical Communication or Computing

Applicants may be asked to sit for an interview and/or present their portfolio.

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

Full MQF Level 4 Qualifications awarded by the Malta School of Art can be submitted as part of the required documents uploaded at point of application for this programme of studies, and will be reviewed accordingly with a view of considering, or otherwise, eligibility.

Any possible alternative qualifications (local and European) which may be presented instead of the above clearly set compulsory subjects, must very clearly be evidenced / documented as being equivalent to the set compulsory subjects in terms of Level, volume (in credits), and Content coverage. It will not be possible to consider variances, given the expected preparation and foundations in possession of the applicant asking to be considered for this MQF Level 6 Degree programme of studies.