Master of Arts in Animation and Visual Effects - 3D Animation

The MA program provides students an opportunity to work in 2D Animation & Stop Motion, 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, or Visual Effects, while focusing on storytelling with an emphasis on exhibiting technical skills and eliciting emotional responses. 3D Animation
Apply the major principles of animation
Create pieces that showcase expression and emotion
Stage stories through effective camera placement choices
Technical Skills - Demonstrate facility with animation technology and software
Presentation Skills - Create a compellingly designed and well-composed review materials
Professional Readiness - Curate a cohesive portfolio or demo reel tailored to reflect industry standards for a desired position

Final Bachelors Degree transcripts and Bachelors Degree graduation certificate Can be official or unofficial, but must show degree/diploma awarded and graduation date or degree date. If your transcripts are not in English, please send them to us in their original language and if applying to the graduate school, proof of a Bachelors Degree or the equivalent.

You are not required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score, however, you will be given a placement exam upon arrival at the Academy of Art University if you have not taken the TOEFL or IELTS. While we do not require these scores and do not have a minimum score requirement, you will be evaluated for English language proficiency upon arrival at Academy of Art University.