Bachelor of Animation
Creative Media
A course by
Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
A 3-year degree specialising in 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and interactive media, preparing graduates for creative careers in animation industries.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Master animation principles and techniques
Develop technical and creative skills in 2D and 3D animation, storytelling, visual effects and interactive design.
Demonstrate professional and collaborative practice
Apply professional principles of project management, ethics, collaboration, and communication within animation and creative media industries.
Develop a creative portfolio
Build a portfolio through major projects and showcase original work suitable for industry presentation.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Animation at Yoobee College of Creative Innovation is a comprehensive, three-year degree that provides training across all disciplines of animation. Students can major in Story and Character, World-Building and Visual Effects, or Interactive Media and Games. The programme covers principles of storytelling, life drawing, visual communication, 2D/3D animation, interactive narrative, advanced drawing, visual effects, professional practice, and major project work. Graduates are award-ready and equipped for professional success in the animation, gaming, and media industries. An optional Honours year is available for advanced research and creative practice.
Course Content
- Principles of storytelling for film and animation
- Studio-based life drawing classes
- Visual communication design
- 2D and 3D animation and modelling
- Interactive narrative (games and media)
- Advanced drawing
- 3D graphics and visual effects
- Professional practices (ethics, project management)
- Interactive production pipeline
- Major specialisation: Story and Character, World-Building and Visual Effects, or Interactive Media and Games
- Capstone team-based animation project
- Investigative (research/seminar/masterclass) project
- Preparation for optional Honours year (research, project theses)
What you need to know first
NCEA University Entrance (UE) or equivalent CIE/IB grades, preferably including a minimum of 24 NCEA credits at Level 3 in practical art, design or technology subjects
Portfolio demonstrating art and design skills
OR successful completion of Yoobee's Diploma in Animation Level 5
Discretionary Admission: strong Year 12 achievement or completion of relevant foundation programme or tertiary qualification plus portfolio/industry experience
Special Admission: for applicants over 20 with relevant experience and portfolio
International students: minimum age 18 and English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.0, no band < 5.5; TOEFL pBT 550, iBT 79; or equivalent)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Animation
Creative Media
Film and Television
Games and Interactive Media
Visual Effects
Future employment opportunities might be
2D/3D Animator
Animation Artist
Visual Effects Artist
Game Designer
Interactive Media Specialist
Animation Producer
Storyboard Artist