Turn your artistic talents into a vibrant career in animation
Australia is home to a thriving animation industry. For those who have a passion for visual arts, drawing and storytelling, studying Animation at UTS will give you the knowledge and hands-on experience required to create work that communicates clear and powerful ideas.
Designed and taught by industry experts, our programs give you hands-on experience in real studio environments. You’ll discover how to think creatively and develop ideas through multiple stages, focusing upon character development, narrative structure and engaging performance. With advanced animation and production capabilities, you’ll graduate ready to launch a fulfilling career in the creative industries.
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UTS is ranked #16 internationally for Animation.
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One of the top 10 Animation schools in Australia and New Zealand.
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Roles include animator, illustrator, artistic director, media producer and presenter.
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Why study Animation?
- Learn how to observe the world around you, drawing directly from life to gain inspiration for characters and stories.
- Discover how to think creatively and develop ideas through multiple stages, focusing on character development, narrative and performance.
- Learn fundamental 2D and 3D animation skills to bring your stories to life.
- Benefit from outstanding industry connections, such as VIVID, the Australia Piano Quartet, Flying Bark Productions and Animal Logic.
- Work in a project-based studio-led approach where you will learn how to work with your peers in a professional and collaborative atmosphere.
- Develop, pitch and defend ideas, creating original content for TV, film, advertising and other media.
Get inspired
Gain the knowledge and hands-on experience required to create animation work that stands out in a global industry. Discover the possibilities with our Bachelor of Creative Production in Animation.
Connect with industry
One of the benefits of studying our Bachelor of Creative Production in Animation is the link to UTS’s existing industry connections that help give students that competitive advantage. Our students have worked with live projects and active partners, such as ABC Podcasts, VIVID, the Australia Piano Quartet, and other collaborations with international universities at the Annecy MIFA campus etc.
UTS also has long-standing relationships with Sydney's local animation studios such as Flying Bark Productions, Mighty Nice, Cheeky Little Media, Dave Enterprises, and Animal Logic which offer students multiple opportunities to engage in practice while studying.
UTS’ Animation is a member of the International Association of Film and Television Schools (CILECT), the first university in NSW to claim this honour.
“Drawing has been my passion since childhood, and I’ve always dreamed of turning it into a career – one where I could share my ideas with the world. Late 2024, I felt it was time for another transformation – bringing my drawings to life through animation. That’s why I decided to study animation at UTS, to take the next important step in my creative journey.”
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