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MA Animation

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  • London
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MA Animation
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Animation MA at Middlesex University London is designed for creative individuals looking to advance their technical and storytelling skills within a professional, interdisciplinary environment. This programme explores the intersection of traditional animation techniques—including 2D, 3D, and stop motion—with emerging technologies like AI. Students benefit from a practice-based approach, with options to study full-time over one year or part-time over two years. The course also offers a one-year full-time option with an additional 12-month placement, providing invaluable industry experience. Based at the Hendon campus in London, students have access to world-class facilities at MDX Studios, including dedicated animation studios, motion capture technology, and high-end post-production suites. Whether you aim to work in film, television, gaming, or advertising, this course provides the creative freedom and industry-standard training to help you develop a distinctive voice. With support from the Careers and Futures team and opportunities for live industry briefs, students are well-prepared for a successful career in the global creative media landscape.

Tuition Fee Details

Full-time UK students: £13,700. Part-time UK students: £90 per credit (£45 per dissertation credit). A 20% discount is offered to all new MA students on this course, with a higher 40% tuition fee reduction available to Middlesex University graduates. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation. Applicants should check the institution website for the latest fee information.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

2:2 undergraduate degree or above, or equivalent qualification, in a related discipline.

Other qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications.

English Language Requirements

Other

Applicants must meet the institution's English language requirements. Pre-sessional English courses are available.

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

Required if you do not hold a degree in a relevant field. You should show a range of skills, recent work, and consider the presentation of your portfolio.

Other Requirements

Other

Entry onto this course may require portfolio review.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Storytelling and Worldbuilding

15 Credits

Creative Practice and AI

15 Credits

Business Skills for Creative Practice

15 Credits

Exploring Animation Practice

15 Credits

Post-Production Mixing and Sound Design - Optional

15 Credits

Advanced Character Animation

15 Credits

Representing Reality: Documentary Animation and Film

15 Credits

Model Making: Fabrication and Realisation

15 Credits

Directing for Drama - Optional

15 Credits

Major Project: Pre-Production

15 Credits

Major Project

60 Credits

Work Experience - Optional

15 or 30 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates are prepared for roles across film, television, gaming, advertising, and emerging digital sectors, including positions such as animator, storyboard artist, motion designer, character designer, and creative producer.