OpenDiplomaGraphic Arts and Design Studies

Diploma of 3D Animation Production

ProviderSAE University College
Course code: QTAC062002Higher education providerStudy area: Graphic Arts and Design StudiesData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesMay 2026 · Brisbane · QLD

Course overview

SAE Animation graduates have been involved with many creative media companies, including Big Ant Studios, The Voxel Agents, Trickster Games, CSIRO, Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute, Monash University, Ignition Studios, VR Solutions, Chroma, Buzinga, Firemonkeys, Learning Seat, Thales Australia, Visual Playground and Iloura.

The Diploma of 3D Animation has been created in a way that gives you plenty of face-to-face time with a network of expert creative practitioners and an opportunity to apply theory and best practices using the latest tools and software.

Take a practical first look at illustration, modelling, lighting, shading, animation, and rendering to gain a holistic, foundational understanding of the 3D production process. You will engage in collaborative learning to produce a short animation in response to a client brief. You will also be guided through the production methods needed to pitch effective creative concepts to potential producers.

Areas of study: 2D and 3D character animation, 3D modelling, texturing and shaders, realtime and offline rendering, drawing and composition, production for screen and games, computer-generated visual effects, animation, media and cultural studies, histories and theories, project management.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Junior 3D Modeller, Junior 3D Animator, Junior 3D Visualisation Specialist, Junior Character Designer, Freelance Animator.

Entry requirements

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Student profile

Total students26
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Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)0 · 0.0%
0.0%
Secondary education10 · 38.5%
38.5%
Vocational pathwayN/P · N/P%
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Other entry pathways8 · 30.8%
30.8%
International students0 · 0.0%
0.0%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • BrisbaneQLDFebruary 2026
  • BrisbaneQLDMay 2026
  • BrisbaneQLDSeptember 2025
  • BrisbaneQLD