Associate Degree in Animation

SAE Creative Media Institute

Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00312F

The associate degree of animation is all about building your character and credentials by giving students hands-on experience in 3D modelling, rigging, design, textures, lighting, rendering, project management and compositing. Basically, everything one needs to create a career in Animation. Throughout the course, you'll explore each aspect of animation in detail with the guidance of expert teachers. You'll be working on cutting-edge software like Maya, Autodesk 3D MAX, and Adobe Creative Suite to help bring your ideas to life, as well as learn collaborative and project management skills-all within a world-class, studio-based learning environment. The Associate Degree is also designed as an excellent pathway to further study, enabling graduates to progress to Bachelor level qualification.

Structure

The course is split into 3 stages: Foundation Skills Development Interdisciplinary projects & Media cultural studies Final Project & Work Placement

Subjects

  • Storytelling for contemporary media Principles of design Fundamentals of drawing Foundations of 3D graphics Principles of animation Project management and professional etiquette Critical and creative thinking Contemporary industry overview

Standard entry requirements

Applicants for degree courses must satisfy one of the following minimum entry criteria: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) or equivalent, OR Completion of a diploma level qualification issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), OR Alternative entry for applicants who do not meet the requirements above. For alternative entry options, contact an SAE Campus for more information.

Study pathways

SAE recognises industry experience and previous studies from accredited institutions. The amount of credit will vary according to individual circumstances and the course. Applicants are encouraged to submit credit recognition information as part of the enrolment process so that course progression can be mapped accordingly.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
SAE Institute Brisbane International: $40,216 No
SAE Institute Byron Bay International: $39,040 No
SAE Institute Melbourne International: $39,040 No
SAE Institute Perth International: $39,040 No
SAE Institute Sydney International: $39,040 No

Fee comments

Campuses: SAE Institute Brisbane, SAE Institute Byron Bay, SAE Institute Melbourne, SAE Institute Perth, SAE Institute Sydney.

For full details on fees - please visit https://sae.edu.au/admissions/fees-and-payments/

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