This programme gives budding artists the chance to express themselves artistically through the medium of animation, both classical (hand-drawn) and computer generated. This dynamic programme provides the skills to take individual and group projects from conception to completion. The programme aims to enable the student to develop a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques employed by the professional animator and to acquire the requisite skills for entry into Feature, TV or Computer Game animation.

Programme Content
Animation, Computer Animation and Modelling, Visual Language, Layout, Design History Theory and Practice (with Film Studies), Life Drawing, Studio Practice and Design History Theory and Practice (with Script Writing).

Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate / LCVP with a minimum of two HC3s one of which must be in Art and three passes at ordinary level or FETAC level 5 Certificate in Art with a merit profile. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+).

Certification
Higher National Diploma in Classical and Computer Animation - Edexcel (BTEC Level 4).

Progression
Graduates may apply for the Advanced Diploma in Animation / BA Honours Degree in Animation in BCFE. The BA Honours Degree in Animation is certified by the University of Dundee Scotland.

Portfolio Guidelines
Students applying for Animation Programmes should bring to the interview a portfolio of artwork completed within the past year demonstrating drawing skills and interests.
This portfolio should contain: Four A3 size drawings from life or the human figure displaying emotion (anger, happiness, love, sadness etc). It is suggested that you ask a friend or family member to pose for these drawings and that you spend no more than 2 hours on this exercise. Quick sketches are better than finished pieces. Approximately twelve pieces of artwork (sketches and more finished work) including observational drawings (life drawing/still life), perspective drawing, some colour work and work of personal interest. A sketchbook of quick, 5 to 10 minutes, drawings from life (people, animals, still life, buildings interior or exterior).
Please bring only original work. The drawings of established cartoon characters and work copied from books should not be included.