Bachelor of Digital Design Experience in Animation & Multimedia

The Bachelor of Digital Design Experience in Animation and Multimedia is a full-time, three-year undergraduate degree program designed to provide comprehensive training in the artistic, technical, and conceptual aspects of both 2D and 3D animation. This program is ideal for students, creative professionals, and aspiring animators who wish to build a strong foundation in animation while developing the practical skills needed to thrive in the media and entertainment industries. Structured over six semesters, the curriculum guides learners from fundamental art and design principles through to advanced digital animation production, culminating in a professional portfolio and an original animated short film.

In the first year, students focus on foundational art skills and the principles of 2D animation. The first semester includes training in drawing, color theory, perspective, anatomy, composition, and visual storytelling. Students also learn about the history and evolution of animation and begin developing their understanding of cinematic language. The second semester introduces the 12 Principles of Animation—such as squash and stretch, timing, anticipation, and follow-through—through hands-on exercises in both traditional and digital 2D animation. Supporting courses include character design, layout, background art, and storyboarding, which help students plan and structure their animated scenes effectively.

The second year expands on this foundation with advanced 2D animation and an introduction to 3D animation. In the third semester, students explore more complex 2D animation techniques including dialogue, lip-sync, and motion graphics. They also begin working on short animated sequences and composite scenes using multiple visual elements. The fourth semester transitions into 3D animation fundamentals, covering core areas such as modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, and camera setup. Students begin to understand the 3D production pipeline and apply it through guided exercises and small projects.

In the third year, students refine their 3D animation abilities and engage in large-scale production projects. The fifth semester includes advanced character animation, facial expressions, movement dynamics, scene rendering, and visual effects. Students also study sound integration and post-production techniques to enhance their animated content. The final semester is dedicated to a capstone project where students plan, develop, and produce a complete animated short film, either individually or in teams. Alongside production, students prepare a professional demo reel and portfolio, receive career readiness training, and have opportunities to explore elective modules in areas such as game art, visual effects, and immersive media.

Throughout the degree, students participate in hands-on projects and collaborative assignments modeled after real-world animation and multimedia workflows. Emphasis is placed on creativity, storytelling, technical accuracy, and professional presentation. Graduates leave the program with a well-rounded skill set and a diverse portfolio, ready to pursue careers in animation studios, gaming, advertising, media production, or independent creative work.