Course overview
SAE has a range of approaches to learning and teaching that can be activated to provide flexibility in the face of changing circumstances as required, to support student progression regardless of external factors.
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.
Our Bachelor of Animation is all about building your character and credentials by giving you hands-on experience in a broad range of topics related to the Animation and Computer Graphics industries, such as Character Animation, Visual Storytelling, 3D Modelling and Computer Graphics, Visual Effects and Motion Graphics, and producing a polished major project utilising your industry specialisation skills.
In preparation for an industry that commands agility and adaptability, you’ll cut your creative teeth on projects in partnership with your course peers. By the end of your course, you could be collaborating with students across all SAE disciplines.
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Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
3D generalist, 3D or 2D animator, concept artist, motion graphics designer, storyboard artist, media industry specialist, FX artist, technical artist, 3D asset modeller, 3D character modeller, junior rigging TD, surfacing artist, junior lighting TD, production coordinator, junior assembly and layout artist, roto artist, junior matchmover and cleanup, junior compositor.
Majors
Areas of study
2D and 3D character animation, 3D modeling, animation, business and leadership skills, computer-generated visual effects, drawing and composition, employability skills in screen industry contexts, histories and theories, media and cultural studies, production for screen and games, project management, realtime and offline rendering, screen industry best practices, texturing and shaders.
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Practical experience
Extensive practical hands-on training with industry placed internships. This is the proven and best way for students to develop the skills and experience they need to start a successful career in the creative media industries.
Fees and charges
SAE offers a range of options to help students fund their studies. Current SAE fee information.
Entry requirements
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Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- SydneyNSW14 Sept 2026
- SydneyNSW