Illustration and Animation BA (Hons)
Investigate the connections between illustration and Animation whilst studying our full-time Illustration and Animation degree at Cambridge School of Art, ARU. Choose to study abroad for one semester, go on European field trips, and get support to find work placements. Create narratives using traditional and cutting-edge techniques, and turn your creative ideas into a rewarding career as a visual artist or animator.
Our BA (Hons) Illustration and Animation course will give you the skills you need to work as a visual artist. We often use visual language to communicate complex ideas and information and, with ever-evolving digital technology being used alongside traditional techniques, this is an exciting and fast-moving area to work in.
Here at Cambridge School of Art, you’ll investigate the connections between illustration and animation, creating sequential narratives using traditional and cutting-edge digital image-making techniques, and cultivating your creative abilities and technical skills.
Campus Information
Cambridge
Cambridge has been renowned as a centre of learning since the 13th century – and we’ve been here since 1858 when Cambridge School of Art first opened its doors. Today, our friendly, bustling campus is a stone’s throw from the historic city centre with its vibrant cultural and social scene
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We know that your future career prospects are important, and we're here to help you prepare for the world of work.
Whether you've just joined ARU or you're starting to think about graduation, the Employability Service can support you with career planning, job searches, interview preparation and more. We also organise a host of events, including careers fairs, workshops and opportunities to meet employers.
PSW Opportunity
Studying with us for longer than six months
If you’re coming to study with us for undergraduate, postgraduate taught or postgraduate research course, you’ll need to apply for the Tier 4 student visa.
The new ‘Graduate’ route will be open to all international students – immigration status as a student and have successfully completed a course of study in any subject at undergraduate level or above at an approved UK Higher Education Provider. The visa will allow eligible students to work, or look for work, in any career or position of their choice, for two years after completing their studies.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India to ARU
A recognised foundation programme
International Baccalaureate Diploma
International Advanced Levels (A Levels)
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 50% from the West Bengal exam board
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 55% from the following exam boards: CBSE, Delhi, Mumbai, Tamil Nadu
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 60% with at least 40% in a minimum of 5 subjects from any other exam board
Bangladesh to ARU
A recognised foundation programme
International Baccalaureate Diploma
International Advanced Levels (A Levels)
2-year Bachelor degree in a related subject from a recognised institution with 60% or above
Diploma (from the Bangladesh Technical Education Board or other recognised institution) in a related subject with 60% or above
Nepal to ARU
A recognised foundation programme
International Baccalaureate Diploma
International Advanced Levels (A Levels)
Higher Secondary Education Board Examination Certificate with 60%
Sri Lanka to ARU
A recognised foundation programme
International Baccalaureate Diploma
International Advanced Levels (A Levels)
Two General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level examinations or local Sri Lankan A levels with grade C in relevant subjects with grade C or above
GCE A levels from a recognised UK examination board.
An International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points.
A university foundation course recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Relevant qualifications obtained in your home country
If English is not your first language you'll need to be able to show you have the required level of English language. This is so we can ensure you'll be able to follow your course.
Our standard entry criteria for undergraduate courses is IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Do note that some of our courses may have higher English language proficiency requirements; for specific details and exceptions regarding IELTS, please visit your course page of choice.
Please note that any student requiring a SELT for pre-sessional English course must ensure that they take their IELTS at an approved test centre.
We also accept the following English language tests as equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element:
ETS TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking
Pearson PTE with 57 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.
- Course Code: WW26
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
43500 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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