Animation (BA)

In Webster’s Animation degree, you’ll become both a storyteller and an artist 🎨🎥. Learn to make images come to life on screen and touch the hearts and minds of your audience 💖🖥️.

Our program offers a strong foundation in both hand-drawn and computer animation techniques 🖍️💻. You’ll explore the technology behind today’s cutting-edge animated content and gain theoretical knowledge to enhance your artistic perspective 📚🌍. Through a blend of theory and practice, you’ll create vibrant animated content with a global viewpoint 🌟🌐. Plus, you’ll receive valuable insight and mentorship from our experienced faculty 👩‍🏫🤝.

The BA in Animation offers students a comprehensive education in core principles and techniques essential for the art of animation 🎨🎥. You’ll explore storytelling, motion, drawing, performance, and expression through both traditional and digital methods 🖍️💻.

The program includes an intensive course of study covering:

• Character Animation: Learn to bring characters to life with fluid and compelling animation 🧑‍🎨🕺.
• Experimental Concepts: Experiment with innovative ideas and techniques to push the boundaries of animation 🎭🚀.
• Fine Art Techniques: Apply fine art principles to enhance your animation skills 🎨🖌️.
• Diverse Applications: Explore various applications of animation to build a strong, global foundation 🌍🔍.

You’ll develop a broad understanding before focusing on your chosen area of concentration, preparing you for a successful career in the animation industry 🎬🏆.

• Credit Hours: Complete 57 required credit hours specific to the Animation major 🎓📚.
• Global Citizenship: Fulfill the applicable University Global Citizenship Program hours 🌍📜.
• Electives: Choose from electives to complement your major and broaden your academic experience 🎨📘.