3D Modelling & Animation - Letterkenny
There are many production pipelines in industry that require content developed for specific purposes. Game assets will differ from feature animation for example; SFX and compositing assets will differ from architectural visualisation. This course however reconciles these forms of content creation and teaches the similarities and differences in creating for each.
| Award Name | Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 year Part-Time
On-Campus Attendance
3 days per week attendance at the Letterkenny Campus
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a Leaving Certificate or Level 6 equivalent. Candidates who do not meet the above entry requirements may be admitted to the programme on the grounds of mature years (over 23 by 1st January in the proposed year of entry). RPL will also be considered.
Careers / Further progression
Follow-on Courses
Follow up programmes elsewhere include:
Masters degrees at LYIT and in institutes and universities at home and abroad.
Career Pathways
The main employers are:
Animation Companies
Games Industry
Live Action/Special Effects
AR and VR Content Development
Architectural Visualisation
Advertising
Graduate Careers
Graduate careers typically include:
3D Modeler
Texture artist
Architectural Visualiser
Animator/Graphic Designer
Further information
EU Fees: €3,000
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for those seeking to pursue a career in a variety of sectors including animation companies, games industry, live action/special effects, AR and VR content development, architectural visualisation and advertising.
Modules
Concept Art for 3D
3D Modelling and Sculpting
Texturing and Rendering
Rigging and Animation
Work Based Learning
Final Project (Asset Integration)
Examination & Assessment
Assessment is based on ongoing, project based marking
Admissions: admissions.donegal@atu.ie