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Diploma of 3D Animation

ProviderAcademy of Information Technology
Course code: UAC660015Higher education providerStudy area: Creative Arts, necData JSON
AttendanceOn campus · External · Mixed
Intakes & start datesPlease check the official website.

Course overview

Do you want to learn 3D Animation foundational skills used in the gaming and film industries? Discover how the industry works and start to develop the professional, technical and personal skills that are so highly-valued in contemporary 3D animators. In this unique course focus on Gaming or Filmic 3D Animation depending on your interest.

You will discover how to design, render and model 3D characters, environments and worlds, using professional equipment, contemporary software, and processes used in industry. You will learn 3D modelling, design, bio-mechanics, movement, rigging, surfacing, light and colour theory, and the principles of animation. The final trimester of your Diploma is dedicated to you building a solid piece of 3D Animated work with expert guidance. You’ll get to construct a professional portfolio piece, ready to showcase your talent to the sector.

Course record

Majors

Areas of study

3D animation mechanics, 3D character lab, 3D rigging, screen evolution, visual storytelling.

Other Information

Fees and charges

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Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Video game designer, 3D printing technician, graphic designer, 3D animator, 3D designer, 3D texturing artist, architectural designer, 3D modeller, 3D rigger, motion graphics designer, 3D visualiser, VFX designer.

Entry requirements

Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Applicants with recent secondary education

Recommended studies: Design and Technology, Visual Art

All applicants

One of the following:

  • Be 17 years or older at the time of commencement (students under 18 will require a support letter from their parent or guardian);
  • Have completed high school certification equivalent to an Australian Year 12.

Year 11 students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to providing Year 11 results (or equivalent), a support letter from a parent or guardian (if underage), a portfolio (if applicable), and attending a screening interview; *

  • Have successfully completed a Certificate IV, VET Diploma or Higher Education Diploma;
  • Have successfully completed one year of full-time study in a degree course at a higher education provider;
  • Display experience or interest in the field of interactive media through evidence of relevant work or practice.

Students may be asked to demonstrate this through a CV, short written piece, interview and/or portfolio.

*Note: For Domestic applicants leaving school prior to then completion of Year 12 please check with your school or relevant education authority as to the specific legal requirements.

Where a release letter from your school is required, please include this in your application.

In all cases please provide a letter (certified) of support from your parent or legal guardian in your application.

Refer to the AIT's general admission criteria .

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Student profile

Total students131
#2023
Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)0 · 0%
0%
Secondary education59 · 45%
45%
Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
<5%
Other entry pathways11 · 8%
8%
International students51 · 39%
39%

Campuses & intake dates

  • MelbourneVIC