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2-year Dual Master - Character Animation and VFX with Houdini

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Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

VFX with Houdini

Of all the different software used to create Visual Effects, there is no doubt that Side FX Houdini ranks first. Because of its procedural creation model, its speed and because of the amount of integrated options it provides (particles, clothes, hair, explosions, masses, destructions, etc. Houdini is synonymous with employment, thousands of job offers are published daily because the demand for VFX artists who master Houdini is very large, especially in Top Studios such as Pixar, Disney, ILM, Lucas Films, Weta, etc ...

Character Animation

Learn about the professional concepts of top level animation. From the Fundamentals of Animation to Body Mechanics to Acting. This discipline will teach you how to not only create your characters but, most importantly, to make them believable. You will learn the art of Animation while using current industry techniques and tools. You will learn about internal structures and production processes used by audiovisual companies specialized in animation films, video games and advertising. By the end of your academic training, you will have produced a reel of your best animation work created throughout the course which will be your main asset in presentations and will help you get your your first job as a character animator in the industry.

The Studio Production

In your last year of training you will work as a REAL PRODUCER with our THE STUDIO PRODUCTION program, which offers the advice and training needed for the development all types of projects. Work alone or assemble your own team, take advantage of our know-how and all our facilities. Finish your training with a successful project and a professional demo-reel.

During this 9-month program you will work on a real project and manage objectives, schedules, deadlines like in a real company. You will learn to work the same way as in a real video game or film development studio by creating a real project; your project.

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

VFX with Houdini

Of all the different software used to create Visual Effects, there is no doubt that Side FX Houdini ranks first. Because of its procedural creation model, its speed and because of the amount of integrated options it provides (particles, clothes, hair, explosions, masses, destructions, etc. Houdini is synonymous with employment, thousands of job offers are published daily because the demand for VFX artists who master Houdini is very large, especially in Top Studios such as Pixar, Disney, ILM, Lucas Films, Weta, etc ...

Character Animation

Learn about the professional concepts of top level animation. From the Fundamentals of Animation to Body Mechanics to Acting. This discipline will teach you how to not only create your characters but, most importantly, to make them believable. You will learn the art of Animation while using current industry techniques and tools. You will learn about internal structures and production processes used by audiovisual companies specialized in animation films, video games and advertising. By the end of your academic training, you will have produced a reel of your best animation work created throughout the course which will be your main asset in presentations and will help you get your your first job as a character animator in the industry.

The Studio Production

In your last year of training you will work as a REAL PRODUCER with our THE STUDIO PRODUCTION program, which offers the advice and training needed for the development all types of projects. Work alone or assemble your own team, take advantage of our know-how and all our facilities. Finish your training with a successful project and a professional demo-reel.

During this 9-month program you will work on a real project and manage objectives, schedules, deadlines like in a real company. You will learn to work the same way as in a real video game or film development studio by creating a real project; your project.

Admission requirements

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More programs from the university

A master’s course at Universal Arts School consists of two years of learning – with the option of either a single master’s or a double master’s in the same amount of time – or four years. A five-year option is also available. UA School offers a wide range of subjects, which include:

  • Concept artist (2-5 years) 
  • Videogame developer or programmer (2-5 years)
  • Videogame artist (2-5 years)
  • Film director (4-5 years)
  • Character animator (2-4 years) 


For two-year courses, students can focus on either a single master’s or a double master’s across 24 months. Learning takes place either on campus, online, or a combination of the two. 

Four-year courses are designed specifically for jobs in high demand, and aims to open doors to jobs within the sector. Students can take advantage of grants and study at discounted rates. 

Programmes running for five years guarantee the highest level of skill and leave graduated with two fullstack qualifications – some of the strongest skill levels in the industry. A discount of 50% is available on the second of the two fullstack programmes. 

The UA School Acceleration Programme offers candidates the chance to develop skills and experience using the Universal Arts School facilities and training – but for their own business. Ideal for startups, small businesses or just for gaining practical experience in the sector, the UA School Acceleration Programme lasts for nine months. Students already enrolled on a UA School master’s course take part in the Acceleration Programme as part of their studies in order to graduate. 

Tuition fees are payable either in full or split between payments on organised financial plans. Students benefit from discounts on multiple programmes of study.  

Universal Arts School offers student finance schemes and help-to-study programmes for those facing economic challenges. Financing programmes are offered through Spanish banks – students can check the website to find out if they’re eligible for funding. Discounts are available on courses that combine multiple award or subject areas. 

Students can apply to study at Universal Arts School through the online admissions portal. UA School applicants need to input their prior education details and select the location, subject area and type of study. Although there are no mandatory levels of prior learning required, all applications need to undertake an admissions test to gauge their level of understanding and experience within the industry.

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