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Ravensbourne University London

London , England ,United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Animation

Can you push the boundaries in 2D and 3D animation? One of the leading animation courses in the country and the only one of its kind in London. The course explores the interplay between movement and narrative and the way the two flow together to engage the audience. Let our industry leaders sharpen your natural talent and turn passion into profession.

What can this course do for me?

Working in a creative environment, students work collaboratively to take on creative briefs, bring ideas to life and create a portfolio that is industry ready. Become part of a supportive community made up of industry experts and graduate mentors and develop both the skills and connections to thrive in the world of animation.

Intakes

  • Jan
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
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

The BA (Hons) Animation degree uses a blend of practice and theory-based learning. You will be introduced to a range of animation practices. These include: conceptualisation, digital development skills, asset creation, character animation techniques, scripting, storytelling techniques and life drawing. It also includes physical prototyping, communication and presentation, research and idea development.

Key topics:
Animation fundamentals
Acting performance
Visual narrative
Body mechanics
Animation industry
Observational and contextual subject related areas

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate

  • Indian HSC/Standard XII with an overall average of 60% or higher (all boards including CBSE and CISCE).
  • 2 A-levels at grade C or above, or an International Baccalaureate with minimum 24 points
  • A recognised International Foundation course from a UK institution

Undergraduate

  • Ravensbourne English Language Test: 6 overall with no less than 5 in each skill.

We offer the Ravensbourne English Language Test in partnership with Oxford ELLT at a discounted rate of £90. Please use the 25% discount code: RAVE75.  

Until September 2024 only, a 35% summer discount is available, reducing the fee to £78. Please use the 35% discount code: UK35 

This is an online test which assesses the four core skills of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. In order to take the test, you must have: 

  • A good internet connection, a computer and a webcam. 
  • An internal or external microphone. 
  • A camera able to be moved to show a 360-degree view of the room. 

Eligibility 

  • This test is available for current Ravensbourne offer holders whose offer is conditional on meeting our English language entry requirements 
  • You must not have taken the Ravensbourne English Language Test in the last 2 months 
  • Book your test here.  
  • IELTS (Academic): 

5.5 overall (and a minimum of 5.5 in each component: reading, writing, speaking, listening. 

  • TOEFL iBT (Academic): 

72 points overall with minimum Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17 
Please note: we are unable to accept TOEFL iBT Home Edition test. All tests must be taken in person at a test centre. 

  • International Baccalaureate: 

English B / English A: Language and Literature / English A: Literature / English Literature and Performance - Standard or Higher-Level Grade 5 

  • Pearson English language test (PTE) Academic:

 PTE Academic or SELT: 59 overall with minimum 59 in Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing. 

  • LanguageCert International ESOL: 

LanguageCert International ESOL SELT B2 Communicator High Pass  

  • Trinity College London: 

Trinity College London - B2 SELT ISE II. Pass Overall with Pass in each component. 

  • INTO Foundation English Language Assessment: 

CEFR B2 Level - 55% overall with minimum 55% / C in each sub-skill. 

  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) / C2 Proficiency: 

162 overall with 154 in each component 

  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / C1 Advanced: 

162 overall with 154 in each component 

  • GCSE English/IGCSE First Language English / O?Level / International Cambridge O Level English Language (as a first language):

 Grade C/4 or above 
Please note: IGCSE English as a Second Language does not meet our English language entry requirements. 

  • India Class XII High School Certificate: 

Year XII High School Certificate from CBSE/CISCE boards with 60% or above in English Language, achieved within the previous 2 years of the date of enrolment. 
OR Year XII High School Certificate from 70% from other state boards achieved within the previous 2 years of the date of enrolment, except for Punjab and Haryana state boards. 

  • Norway Vitnemål for Videregående Opplæring: 

Grade 4.0 or above in English Language. 

Sweden Slutbetyg: grade C or above in English Language level 6. 

WAEC/SSCE/NECO: WAEC / SSCE / NECO English Language C6 or above. 

Alternative qualifications:  If any of the above tests are unavailable to you, then please contact admissions to discuss your options. If you have any questions, please contact our international admissions team via the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.