36 monthsProgramme duration
17,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Explore the full visual effects pipeline from previsualisation, motion design and technical animation, to effects, look development and compositing. Develop a deep understanding of how to create cinematic environments, dynamic simulations, and complex visual sequences using industry-standard tools and workflows.
Engage with motion graphics through a creative lens, combining design skills with VFX techniques to produce compelling graphics for commercials, TV and immersive experiences.
Access cutting-edge facilities including a new digital sound stage, LED wall, immersive experience space and dedicated VFX studios equipped with industry-standard software and hardware. Focus on a chosen specialism and build a portfolio that reflects your creative direction and professional goals.
Top reasons to study 2D animation and stop motion at Teesside
Engage with motion graphics through a creative lens, combining design skills with VFX techniques to produce compelling graphics for commercials, TV and immersive experiences.
Access cutting-edge facilities including a new digital sound stage, LED wall, immersive experience space and dedicated VFX studios equipped with industry-standard software and hardware. Focus on a chosen specialism and build a portfolio that reflects your creative direction and professional goals.
Top reasons to study 2D animation and stop motion at Teesside
- industry links: take part in Animex, our annual international animation and games festival featuring experts from Rockstar, ILM, Disney and Sony.
- Nationally and internationally recognised: ranked 3rd in the UK, 9th in Europe and 20th in the World in the Animation Career Review International Animation School Rankings 2026. (207 colleges considered, tees.ac.uk/source).
- Support and guidance:100% of BA (Hons) 2D Animation and Stop Motion students agreed that they have received sufficient support, advice and guidance in relation to their course (National Student Survey 2025, tees.ac.uk/source).
- £2,000 Accommodation Award: you may be eligible for £2,000 towards your accommodation fees if you live outside the TS postcode and are in your first year of study. (Find out more).
- SideFX recognition: this course has been officially certified by SideFX and the school is a member of the SideFX Certified Partner Programme in recognition of our knowledgeable instructors, high-quality student work, and efforts devoted to connecting students to industry.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Explore the full visual effects pipeline from previsualisation, motion design and technical animation, to effects, look development and compositing. Develop a deep understanding of how to create cinematic environments, dynamic simulations, and complex visual sequences using industry-standard tools and workflows.
Engage with motion graphics through a creative lens, combining design skills with VFX techniques to produce compelling graphics for commercials, TV and immersive experiences.
Access cutting-edge facilities including a new digital sound stage, LED wall, immersive experience space and dedicated VFX studios equipped with industry-standard software and hardware. Focus on a chosen specialism and build a portfolio that reflects your creative direction and professional goals.
Top reasons to study 2D animation and stop motion at Teesside
Engage with motion graphics through a creative lens, combining design skills with VFX techniques to produce compelling graphics for commercials, TV and immersive experiences.
Access cutting-edge facilities including a new digital sound stage, LED wall, immersive experience space and dedicated VFX studios equipped with industry-standard software and hardware. Focus on a chosen specialism and build a portfolio that reflects your creative direction and professional goals.
Top reasons to study 2D animation and stop motion at Teesside
- industry links: take part in Animex, our annual international animation and games festival featuring experts from Rockstar, ILM, Disney and Sony.
- Nationally and internationally recognised: ranked 3rd in the UK, 9th in Europe and 20th in the World in the Animation Career Review International Animation School Rankings 2026. (207 colleges considered, tees.ac.uk/source).
- Support and guidance:100% of BA (Hons) 2D Animation and Stop Motion students agreed that they have received sufficient support, advice and guidance in relation to their course (National Student Survey 2025, tees.ac.uk/source).
- £2,000 Accommodation Award: you may be eligible for £2,000 towards your accommodation fees if you live outside the TS postcode and are in your first year of study. (Find out more).
- SideFX recognition: this course has been officially certified by SideFX and the school is a member of the SideFX Certified Partner Programme in recognition of our knowledgeable instructors, high-quality student work, and efforts devoted to connecting students to industry.
Admission Requirements
52+
1290+
6+
169+
For most undergraduate courses, you'll normally need at least two A levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC, T Level or International Baccalaureate (IB). We welcome applicants with IB qualifications, including the full diploma programme and individual IB subjects that carry UCAS tariff points.
You may also need GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, particularly in English and maths. Some courses have specific subject or grade requirements, which are listed on individual course pages.
If you're applying to a course linked to a professional qualification, for example teaching, healthcare or law, there may be additional requirements set by that profession.
You may also need GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, particularly in English and maths. Some courses have specific subject or grade requirements, which are listed on individual course pages.
If you're applying to a course linked to a professional qualification, for example teaching, healthcare or law, there may be additional requirements set by that profession.
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
17,000 GBP
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