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Digital animation

The Digital Animation programme at the University of Hertfordshire has been nationally and internationally recognised for its excellence. A highly sought-after programme, it covers a range of disciplines under the 2D animation, 3D animation, games art and visual effects umbrella. With strong industry links, excellent graduate prospects, outstanding teaching and state-of-the-art facilities, the programme helps to sculpt raw talent into highly specialised skill sets, nurturing today’s artists into tomorrow’s professionals.

The University of Hertfordshire is ranked 22nd in the world (top in UK) for 'Top 50 Creative Media & Entertainment Schools and Colleges in 2021' (Rookie Awards) and is ranked 12th in the world for 'Top Game Design and Development Schools and Colleges in 2021 (Rookie Awards).

Industry standard equipment and round the clock support

Sitting in the heart of the School of Creative Arts’ Film, Music and Media Building, the programme is spread across our state-of-the-art computer suites, all equipped with industry-standard software and hardware including Intel i7 quad core computers with 24” full HD displays, Wacom tablets, the full Autodesk creation suite, Adobe Master Collection, Z-Brush, and much more.

Each course within the programme has a their own suite with specialist software including Unreal Engine 4 and Houdini FX.

Experimentation, exploration, and exponential growth

Supported by teachers with years of industry experience and a wide range of specialisms, students can hone the course to fit their own personal career goals. As well as this, expert technicians ensure every student feels supported, and access to our highly-equipped Loan Store means there’s no boundaries when it comes to bringing new ideas to life.

The Animation programme’s position within the School of Creative Arts means students are part of a thriving and vibrant creative community, allowing interdisciplinary collaboration, and experimentation across a wide range of art forms and technologies.

The springboard into a successful graduate career

The programme’s strong links to the industry also provide an ideal springboard for students’ personal and professional development, whether this is through placements, live projects, or shows. Our graduates have gone on to work for a wide range of big name companies, and have won Oscars, BAFTAs and Emmys for their work on blockbusters such as Inception, The Jungle Book and Game of Thrones. They are the engines running the creative industries, and the University of Hertfordshire ignited the initial spark.

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