Professional Diploma in 3D Animation
The Professional Diploma in 3D Animation is designed to introduce students to the concepts of 3D computer-based modeling and animation. This course provides the students with a range of skills involved in creating 3D art. Students will be taught modeling, animating, texturing and rendering using Industry standard 3D software. Students will also learn the basics of creating 2D art using Digital Imaging Software and basic video editing. The course is particularly relevant for anyone who wishes to establish a skills base for further training in 3D graphics for games and film or as a portfolio boost for existing graphic design professionals.
This Professional Diploma provides comprehensive coverage of 3D animation production principles from the very basics to advanced techniques. It is designed to prepare participants for creative careers in the entertainment industries such as special effects in the movie, video game, advertising, software, Internet and entertainment industries and develops teamwork skills and problem solving techniques relevant to real world production environments.
Programme structure
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
| Introduction to 3D Modeling | Digital Imaging 2 | Project/ Internship* * Available for selected students |
| Drawing for Animation | 3D Modeling | |
| Digital Imaging 1 | Animation Principles | |
| Photography | Layout Design | |
| English Proficiency 1 | English Proficiency 2 | |
| Creative Thinking | ||
| Year 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 4 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
| 3D Animation 1 | 3D Animation 2 | Project/ Internship* * Available for selected students |
| Animation Practice for 3D | Introduction to Visual Effects Techniques | |
| Introduction to Digital Compositing | Compositing | |
| Environment Design & Effects | Digital Sculpting for Games (ZBrush) | |
| English Proficiency 3 | ||
Career Opportunities
- 3D Modeller
- Texture Artist
- Background Preparation
- Rotoscoping Artist
- Compositor