The MA Animation at the University of Salford is designed for aspiring animators eager to push the boundaries of creative production and storytelling. You will explore innovative and efficient processes across 2D, 3D, and stop-motion techniques, while engaging with cutting-edge developments in game and digital technologies. This postgraduate degree encourages experimentation with contemporary storytelling and transmedia approaches, preparing you for diverse roles within the creative industries or to deepen specialist knowledge. You will learn to apply sustainable and ethical practices, fostering inclusivity in your work and understanding the value of your entrepreneurial skills.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is delivered over one year, structured across three trimesters. You will begin with animation exploration and professional contexts, move into pipelines, technologies, and collaborative practice, culminating in a major project. The University of Salford's MediaCity campus places you at the heart of a thriving creative hub, offering unparalleled opportunities for industry networking and exposure to leading animation studios in the Greater Manchester region. You will graduate with a robust portfolio and the advanced skills demanded by the dynamic animation and digital media sectors.