Glasgow Caledonian University - The School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment

BSc (Hons) in 3D Animation and Visualisation (year 3 entry)

Year 3 entry only

3D animators create an imaginary world filled with people, cartoon characters and everyday objects moving and interacting within an ever-changing environment. Using state-of-the-art design software 3D animators make fictional worlds look real.

This programme will appeal to you if you wish to specialize in 3D computer animation for digital film and visual effects, games, architectural and concept visualization, virtual simulation or motion graphics. The programme will introduce you to the modern practices of 3D content creation for the creative industry, help you realize your career path and offer you the ability to specialize in a suited job role.

Studio facilities include 3D Computer Animation Labs, Virtual Reality Lab, HD Video Production Suite, Art Studio, Digital Audio Recording Studio and Game Design Studio featuring 3D Laser Scanning tools, Motion Capture tools and Rapid Prototyping machines.

The programme has been designed with consideration and feedback received from professionals in the 3D computer animation industry. Recognising the current developments in Computer Generated Imagery (CGI), games, VFX and animation, this programme reflects closely the current requirements of the industry.

Your career

Among the exciting career possibilities for graduates from this course are a 3D animator, 3D modeler, 3D graphic designer, game animator, architectural visualization artist, video SFX artist and pre-visualisation artist for TV and film.

International student start dates

For new international students, orientation events start on 14 September 2018. This extra time is specifically designed to assist new international students in settling into the UK and GCU prior to the start of general student induction and teaching.

There will be a whole host of fun and informative activities taking place during this period, including campus and city tours, as well as welcome events where you can meet other international students.

Study abroad

Students have the opportunity for International Exchange. This could be for one trimester or a whole year study at another institution, often at one of our European partners, where courses are offered in English. Currently, students taking this option do so at Year 3 and gain credits towards their degree.