Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation) is focused on practical screen production with an emphasis on exploration and development of animation screen production, the covers idea development, screenwriting, storyboarding, character design and expression, 2D, 3D, stop motion, experimentation, motion effects, editing, the use of sound and music, and exposure to a wide range of relevant hardware and software. In class you are challenged to respond to set problems, and pursue your own creative thinking to keep the material fresh and relevant to your own experience. Students also undertake Critical Studies subjects that introduce them to the practice of critical self-reflection in the context of wider contemporary arts practices, and have the opportunity choose electives from other specialisations across the Victorian College of the Arts, and the University of Melbourne. Graduates of the Film School have been keenly sought after to produce animated works for television series, short films and feature-length animations; with many applying their animation skills to video art and installation, website, games and educational programs. Many of our graduates develop high-profile careers in the film, television or allied industries.
The School of Film and Television’s animation alumni include:
Sarah Watt (Look Both Ways, My Year without Sex), Dennis Tupicoff (The Darra Dogs, Chainsaw, The First Interview), Peter Viska (Little Elvis and the Truck Stoppers, Viskatoons), Animation Director Glen Melenhorst (Charlotte’s Web, VFX Supervisor – The Pacific, Killer Elite), Installation Artist Daniel Crooks (Food for Thought), Academy Award nominated Anthony Lucas (The Mysterious Adventures of Jasper Morello) and Academy Award winner Adam Elliot (Harvey Krumpet, Mary and Max)
Career Outcomes:
- Animation artist for art and entertainment industries including film, television, games, motion graphics and new developments in media and exhibition
- Screenwriting for animation
Duration
3 years, full time
No part time option
Entry
Semester One
No mid-year entry or deferrals
Currently there is no intake into this course for international applicants
Course Outline
Refer to the University's Handbook
Course Fees
Refer to the University's Future Students Fees
Areas of Study
Character Design and Expression
Screenwriting
Idea Development
2D Animation
3D CG Animation
Stop-motion Animation
Storyboarding
Closing Dates
Late applications will not be accepted
Domestic applications
5pm (EST) 30 August 2013
Compulsory School of Film and Television Practical Production Orientation:
Week commencing 17 February 2014
Includes: fire training, working with weapons, risk management, OH&S compliance
Students who are successful in gaining an offer of a place at the VCA School of Film and Television are required, as Condition of Entry, to have a current and valid Australian Level 2 Applied First Aid certificate prior to beginning the course. Suggested suppliers can be found on The University of Melbourne's website.
