GraduateArts & Design
Graduate Certificate in Animation and Visual Effects
UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
UNSW's Graduate Certificate in Animation and Visual Effects gives students and career-changers a fast, four-course introduction to fundamental animation and VFX skills, aimed at both people already working adjacent to the field who want to formalise their capabilities and those transitioning in from an entirely different career. As a short, focused credential, it works as a genuine springboard either into digital content creation industry roles directly or into further study through the associated Graduate Diploma and Master of Animation and Visual Effects. It suits people who want to test whether animation and VFX is the right career direction before committing to a longer qualification, as well as those who need a fast, credible entry point into digital content creation without the time investment of a full degree.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- ADAD91103D Visualisation Studio
- DART9001Animation Studio
- DART9002VFX Studio. Elective Studios: DART9104 Procedural FX Studio
- DART9103Creature Studio
- DART9105Real-Time Studio
- DART9106Digital Cinematography Studio
- DART9102Rigging Studio
- DART9101Motion Capture Studio. Core Courses: ADAD9113 Communication Skills for Creative Disciplines
- DART9300Digital Aesthetics
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Animation and Visual Effects requires a Bachelors degree in any field. Applicants who apply without a Bachelors degree can be admitted to the Graduate Certificate on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director, on the basis of professional experience. To be considered on the basis of professional experience, applicants with 5 years industry experience should provide the following: A Resume or CV with details of relevant experience A cover letter that explains how their experience has prepared them for the program of study At least one written statement of service from an employer, client, or commissioning agent verifying the role, responsibilities, duration, and outcomes of this professional experience. Minimum 5 years work experience must be in the animation and visual effects sector, or related areas such as audio-visual production, film and...
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