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BA (Hons) Animation (Top-Up)

Start Date: 8th September 2025

Newcastle College Digital Arts 10
  • Length 1 year
  • Study Full-Time
  • Location Rye Hill Campus

Qualification Gained

BA (Hons) Animation (awarded by NCG)

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Have you completed a foundation degree in Animation or another relevant subject and looking to forge a successful career in animation? This BA (Hons) Animation (Top-Up) is perfect for you!

In this one year course, you will focus on commercial application, refining the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of animation. 

You will explore a broad range of animation techniques and processes to develop your practice and bring your ideas to life. You will learn from tutors with many years' experience of the animation industry and learn in our animation studio which hosts industry-standard equipment and software such as 24” Cintiq pro graphics tablets, a green screen and stop motion facilities.

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What can I do with a qualification in Digital Arts?

Daily tasks:

  • Directs the arranging of conferences, exhibitions, seminars, etc. to promote the image of a product, service or organisation.
  • Stays abreast of changes in media, readership or viewing figures and advertising rates.
  • Reviews and revises campaign strategy in light of sales figures, surveys, etc. and takes appropriate corrective measures if necessary.
  • Conceives advertising campaign to impart the desired product image in an effective and economical way.
  • Defines target group and implements strategy through appropriate media planning work.
  • Liaises with client to discuss product/service to be marketed and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives.

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Daily tasks:

  • Liaises with production staff in checking final proof copies immediately prior to printing.
  • Selects material for broadcast or publication, checks style, grammar, accuracy and legality of content and arranges for any necessary revisions.
  • Writes articles and features and submits draft manuscripts to newspaper, magazine, periodical or programme editor.
  • Determines subject matter and undertakes research by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, reviewing written work, attending film and stage performances etc..

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