Bachelor of 3D Art and Animation

TAFE NSW

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00591E

Become a technically accomplished design professional and gain the skills you need for a successful career as a 3D and visual effects artist and animator. Learn to collaborate on creative projects, strengthen your interpersonal and communication skills, graduate with a show-reel of your work, ready to become a creative leader. Graduates of the Bachelor of 3D Art and Animation can establish themselves across a range of creative industries including filmmaking, game design and development, television, online content development, virtual production (VP), virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), and advertising. This degree has been created in close consultation with the industry. You'll gain a theoretical grounding in art and animation principles and experience production in deadline-driven commercial environments. Further information about this course is available on the TAFE NSW Degrees website: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees

Structure

Completion of this course requires you to successfully complete 23 subjects (240 credit points) made up of 19 core subjects and 4 elective subjects.

Subjects

  • Animation
  • Visual Arts
  • 3D Modelling / Artistry
  • Digital Composition

Standard entry requirements

  • MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSYou must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:
  • A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent
  • A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent
  • A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS. You must also:
  • Submit a short essay in which you select a specific scene or shot from a film or piece of media with a strong visual impact, where CGI has been used to enhance the shot. Discuss the visual elements and techniques employed and their relevance to the story. This written task allows us to gauge applicants' passion for visual storytelling. Please limit your response to one or two pages - no more than 500 words.
  • Submit a portfolio to demonstrate your creative talent. This must include 8 to 12 pieces of design and artwork showcasing different skillsets.
  • Attend a pre-admission interview with a Higher Education Course Coordinator if you are successful with the essay and portfolio stages. You may also be asked to complete a short literacy and numeracy task. This helps us to understand how we can support your study success and provide you with any necessary support.
  • SPECIAL ADMISSIONS: If you are unable to meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible for special admission.
  • INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: International applicants must meet proof of eligibility and course entry requirements. In addition, international applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum IELTS level of 6.5 with a minimum level of 6 in any one band. For further information please visit the TAFE NSW International (https://www.tafensw.edu.au/international) website for details on fees and enrolment processes for international students.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Enmore International: $70,560 No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Enmore.

DOMESTIC STUDENTS Fees are calculated each semester on a per subject basis. For more information please visit: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/applying-and-fees/fees-and-payment for details.INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International student tuition fees are subject to the TAFE NSW Australia course fee structure. For further information please visit the TAFE NSW International (https://www.tafensw.edu.au/international) website for details on fees and enrolment processes for international students.

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