The bachelor’s degree program Animation is focused on training specialists in the field of audiovisual techniques and media production and, in particular, in the creation of 2D and 3D animation products. The studies in the program provide training as a designer-animator in: animation, advertising, film, digital post-production or game design.

The curriculum of the study program is oriented towards the formation of special creative and artistic interpretation skills in the fields of animation and visual effects .

Upon graduation from the study program, program beneficiaries acquire the following competencies and skills:

• applying the basic principles of storytelling, character design, environmental design and animation;
• using software for digital filmmaking – 2D and 3D editing, modeling and animation programs, approaching stop motion animation film technologies;
• development within animation workshops of skills in the fields of animation design and technologies, pre-production/cinematography flow, visual development, etc.

Distinctive features

The program includes learning units focused on the preparatory and production stages of animation productions – from idea, script, storyboard and the creation of the actual animation, to post-production.

In particular, the program is oriented towards developing special skills in the use of artistic means and digital tools in the development of animated audiovisual and media products.

Course details:

• Modeling (Blender)
• Texturing (Substance painter)
• Animation 3D (Maya)
• Animation 2D (TV Paint)
• Digital painting (Krita, Photoshop)
• Visual narrative & screenwriting
• Stop motion & more.

Employment opportunities

The Animation Specialist can work independently, as a freelancer,  as well as within animation and film studios, or in companies specializing in game design; in advertising or graphic design agencies, etc., as:

• 2D & 3D animation designer;
• Animator;
• Character designer;
• 3D modeling specialist;
• Motion designer;
• 3D Rigger Specialist;
• Art director etc.

The launch in 2022 and the development of the new Animation and Game Design study programs was possible thanks to the support of the Future Technologies Project, funded by USAID, Sweden and the United Kingdom, in partnership with the COR Creative Companies Association.

Our 3 year program is aimed towards forming specialists in the creative industry of animation.

Here you can develop your artistic skills, meet like-minded individuals and learn the technologies that help you bring your ideas to life. Our faculty is equipped with modern computers, interactive electronic boards, and bright, spacious classrooms to ensure a comfortable and productive learning experience.