CertHE Animation and Visual Effects
| Key Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full-time Duration: | 1 year |
| School: | Lincoln School of Film and Media |
| Validation Status: | Validated |
| UCAS Code: | W272 |
Introduction
The Certificate of Higher Education in Animation and Visual Effects is a one year programme of study which aims to introduce students to animation principles, CGI principles, design and drawing for animation, and story and film language.
Modules
All Level 1 modules of the BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects programme must be successfully completed for the award of the Certificate of Higher Education. The programme has been designed to give students the opportunity, upon completion, to progress directly into Level 2 of the full degree programme.
What You Need to Know
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
Assessment
The way you will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as an essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that academics will return in-course assessments to you promptly.
Career Opportunities
This programme is designed to provide successful students with the opportunity to progress directly on to our full degree programme. The BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects course aims to equip graduates for careers in animation and computer games artistry, and as 3D artists who work in visual effects, broadcast, commercial production, and visualisation.
Our graduates have secured jobs with leading practitioners across the animation industries including TT Games, Tandem Films, Lupus Films, Double Negative, Cinesite and Framestore CFC. Lincoln graduates have worked on films such as The Tiger Who Came to Tea, Ethel and Ernest, The Snowman and the Snowdog, The Jungle Book, Man of Steel, Inception, Wonder Woman, and the featurette We're Going on a Bear Hunt.
About the Certificate of Higher Education
As part of the University’s commitment to widening participation, our Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) programmes offer an alternative route for applicants who have accepted an offer from the University of Lincoln but have not quite achieved the requirements for direct entry onto their chosen degree programme.
Learn more about a Certificate of Higher Education from the University of Lincoln.