Animation with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

**Course Summary**<br/>The Animation with Foundation Year BA Honours at Middlesex University is designed for students who want to pursue a career in animation but need a strong foundation in creative and technical skills before progressing to a full degree. This four-year course begins with a supportive foundation year that equips you with the essential artistic, technical, and conceptual tools for the world of animation. Upon successful completion, youll continue with the full Animation BA Honours, developing your animation skills and experience across a variety of techniques and media.<br/><br/>**Why Study This Course at Middlesex?**<br/>The Animation with Foundation Year course at Middlesex provides an ideal starting point for those wishing to break into the competitive animation industry. During your foundation year, you’ll gain a strong understanding of the fundamentals of animation, including visual storytelling, drawing, and digital techniques, before progressing into the more specialised modules of the full Animation BA. Our top-tier facilities, such as stop motion studios, 3D printing, and an 80-workstation digital media workshop, will allow you to work with industry-standard technology. Throughout the course, you’ll be taught by experienced professionals who are actively involved in the animation industry, ensuring your learning is always relevant to current trends.<br/><br/>**What You Will Gain**<br/>In your foundation year, you will develop key skills in animation, drawing, storytelling, and design. As you progress into the full degree, youll refine these skills and gain hands-on experience in various animation techniques, including 2D, 3D, stop-motion, and CGI. You’ll learn from award-winning directors and industry partners, giving you exposure to professional practices and insights. By the end of the course, you will have developed a professional portfolio showcasing your work and be prepared for roles in top animation studios worldwide. Youll also have the opportunity to attend industry talks, workshops, and placements, ensuring that youre ready to enter the animation industry with the confidence and experience necessary for success.<br/><br/>**Modules**<br/>For more details about this programme, please visit the course page:<br/>https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-arts-and-creative-industries/

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