The MA Animation at the University for Creative Arts (UCA) is designed for aspiring animators seeking to elevate their craft and develop a distinctive professional voice. You will explore the diverse modes of research essential to the creative process, honing your ability to translate imaginative film concepts into compelling treatments, project proposals, and screenplays. This postgraduate Masters degree provides a rigorous foundation in animation practice, covering pre-production, sound design, storyboarding, and advanced animation techniques. You will engage with critical approaches to animation, preparing you to articulate and advance your unique artistic vision within the global animation industry.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, immersing you in a dynamic learning environment. You will undertake a sustained period of self-directed study to develop your MA project, critically reflecting on its aims and execution. The course culminates in the delivery of a final body of work, where you will apply your research and production skills to complete your animated film. Throughout your studies, you will be encouraged to experiment and speculate, supported by internationally renowned staff. You will graduate with a professional portfolio and the confidence to pursue a career in animation production, film, or related creative industries.