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Why study animation at QUT?

If you unashamedly love cartoons, enjoy watching 3D movies, can hold your own in any video game, or find yourself compulsively doodling, then consider a career in the exciting world of animation.

Our animation degree explores 2D and 3D computer animation, game development and animated storytelling. Working in a studio setting you will be supported to express and develop your ideas in creative and innovative ways.

You will gain an understanding of the history and craft of animated film-making, character design, motion graphics and modeling.

You will learn the techniques of real-time and advanced 3D computer graphics, virtual environments, information visualization and special effects for film and TV.

Through emphasis on industry work flows, tools, process and skills, you will be equipped with a strong understanding of current industry practices - from concept development to time lines and finished works.

Career outcomes 

QUT graduates are employed as animators, concept artists, visual effects producers, game artists and designers in animation studios, traditional film production houses, computer games companies, visual effects and post-production companies, advertising and design agencies and, information visualisation and real-time studios.

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    Kelvin Grove QLD 4059

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