Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Animation
Offered by: Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
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Exam Body | APU Malaysia Degree | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Course Duration | 3 Years (6 Semesters) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Part Time/Full Time | Full Time | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fees | RM 87,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fees (International Student) | RM 93,500 (USD 22,805) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Faculty | School of Media, Arts & Design | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Conducted entirely in Malaysia | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Awarding Country | Malaysia | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Level of Study | Bachelor's Degree Level | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Field of Study | Audio-visual Techniques & Media Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Course Description | “Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive.” - Walt Disney Animation is one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide. It has been a huge technological development in the last decade, from traditional 2D hand-drawn to digital 3D animation. In today’s digital world, the application of animation isn’t simply restricted to films. It facilitates exciting career opportunities in various sectors like Advertising, Print media, TV production and Gaming. This programme aims to develop you as a creative animator. The animation route offers the opportunity to specialize in modeling, animating and compositing based applications in the creation of character filmmaking. The programme focuses on the many aspects of the fundamental animation processes and design skillsets in the creative industry, while exploring on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation. You’ll be involved in the development of animated content, with emphasis on critical, analytical and problem-solving skills. You will also gain production experience through industrial training as emphasis is placed on professional practice for greater employment prospects through animation. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Curriculum | DEGREE LEVEL 1 Year 1 focuses on many aspects of the fundament in animation and design skillset in the creative industry, especially in the animation field. You will explore thoroughly on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation. Common Modules
Specialised Modules
DEGREE LEVEL 2 Year 2 involves the development of animated content in greater depth, that emphasis on critical & analytical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. This including character creation, character performance, motion design, rigging, effects and simulation. You will also gain the industry experience through industrial training towards the end of the second year. Common Modules
Specialised Modules
INTERNSHIP (12 weeks) Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 12 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
DEGREE LEVEL 3 In Year 3, you will be specialised in your area of interest and produce a series of animation project which showcases your significant talent and ability to work in a team. Emphasis is placed on professional practice in preparation for graduation and greater employment prospect through animation. Common Modules
Specialised Modules
MQA Compulsory Subjects*
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Entry Requirements | ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Equivalent qualification and / or experience which is recognised by the Senate / institution. Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
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Intake Months | 20 Jul 2023 | 21 Sep 2023 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.
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