Animation - with Portfolio Preparation
This introductory course prepares students with little or no experience for a third level course in animation production.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Candidates should be able to demonstrate an interest in Animation and when called for interview should bring a selection of creative work. This could include drawing, painting, photography, 3D work or any other work that demonstrates your creative ability.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
On completion, students will have a strong portfolio of work that will facilitate their progression to a range of advanced courses, including:
• A (Honours) in Animation - IADT (DL832)
• BA (Honours) in 3D Animation - IADT (DL847)
• BSc (Honours) in Animation and Illustration - TUS - Athlone Campus (US802)
• BSc (Honours) in Digital Animation - TUS - Clonmel Campus (US805)
• BA in Animation and Game Design - ATU - Galway Campus (AU617)
• BSc in Multimedia (Honours Degree) - DCU (DC133)
• HND in Animation - Ballyfermot
Further information
Course commencement date: 07/09/2026.
All PLC courses have a non-refundable €50 acceptance/registration fee. In addition to this fee, please note that specialist training costs, material costs, or professional fees may apply to some courses.
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Apply online. See "Application Weblink" above.
This introductory course prepares students with little or no experience for a third level course in animation production. This course, taught by industry professionals, blends the practical and the creative. With a dual focus on drawing and computer skills, the course will cover all the fundamental areas required for a successful portfolio submission. One of the main aims of the course is to prepare a comprehensive portfolio that will help students in progressing to higher education. Students will learn to visually develop and communicate their ideas through life drawing, storyboarding, character design, background design and planning. This course teaches students the principles of animation (movement, timing, weight etc.) using After Effects and Animate - the industry standard computer software.
ERASMUS+
Eligible students may also be selected for work experience under the Erasmus+ programme abroad.
Certification: NFQ Level 5 QQI Award in Creative Media 5M5048.
Life Drawing
Drawing Skills
Storyboarding & Script Writing
Character & Concept Design
Layout & Background Design
Animation Fundamentals
Digital Image Processing
Digital Audio Processing
Communication Skills
5M5048 - Creative Media.
Dublin College Stillorgan,
Old Dublin Road, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, A94 P861
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