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National Film and Television School: Directing Animation
| Institution | National Film and Television School View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Film and Television |
| Web | https://nfts.co.uk/ |
| info@nfts.co.uk | |
| Telephone | 01494 731425 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This is the only two-year specialist Directing Animation MA.
The Directing Animation MA at NFTS is a globally acclaimed course that offers an unparalleled creative and dynamic learning experience in animation. If you have a flair for visual storytelling, this course equips you with the necessary skills to bring your creative passions to life on the big screen and enables you to evolve as a filmmaker, achieving your aspirations.
Our program encompasses both the artistic and commercial worlds of animation - our grad films have won some of the most prestigious festival awards or been developed into world-renowned TV series.
All forms of visual storytelling are nurtured across traditional and digital media, including drawn 2D, CGI, stop-motion and life-size pixelation. You will feel empowered to push your creative boundaries and discover your unique voice while exploring new animation techniques and storytelling approaches.
Led by some of the most talented artists from across the animation industry, the course combines art school philosophy with state-of-the-art film school facilities. You'll work on projects within a workshop environment that encourages experimentation and innovation and will give you the skills needed to write, direct, and animate films. WATCH: Sam Gainsborough explains the creative process of his graduation film Facing It. (YouTube).
During your time at the school, you will collaborate with all the other key departments, including Screenwriting, Editing, Composing, Sound Design, Production Design, Cinematographer and Producing, giving you insight into their practice and how they can take your creative vision to new heights. Upon completing the program, you will have led a complete production team and amassed an impressive portfolio that exemplifies your skills and prepares you for a successful animation career. WATCH: Micky Wozny explains the collaboration process in his graduation film Something Borrowed. (YouTube).
Course Facilities
Creative Space - As an artist, you'll have access to our facilities that help you grow and develop. During your first year, you'll work in our first-year base equipped with all the necessary art materials to explore visual storytelling with your classmates. Each student gets their own desk area complete with a computer, Cintiq, camera rostrum set up, and all the software you need to get started.
In your second year, you'll have your own office to use as a production base to lead your team, as well as the use of the school’s shooting spaces if needed.
Master of Fine Arts - MFA (PG)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a strong desire to tell unique stories and can embrace alternative and imaginative approaches to visualisation and narrative construction. The ability to clearly articulate your ideas and work well as part of a team is a must due to the collaborative nature of the course and the animation industry. All applicants must show a passion for visual storytelling through their portfolio of work. While a background in animation is desirable, successful applicants have come from many creative environments such model-making, comic books and dance. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, in a relevant subject, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. International students Visa and English language requirements If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk |
| Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Fees
| England | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 26000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 26000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a strong desire to tell unique stories and can embrace alternative and imaginative approaches to visualisation and narrative construction. The ability to clearly articulate your ideas and work well as part of a team is a must due to the collaborative nature of the course and the animation industry. All applicants must show a passion for visual storytelling through their portfolio of work. While a background in animation is desirable, successful applicants have come from many creative environments such model-making, comic books and dance. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, in a relevant subject, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. International students Visa and English language requirements If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk |
| Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
About the National Film and Television School
First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent. In 2018, the NFTS was awarded both the BAFTA for Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema and the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education.
As one of the leading film schools in the world, the NFTS operates like a major studio, with state-of-the-art production facilities that are essential for creating outstanding content for film, TV, games, animation, design, and much …
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