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Bachelor of Animation (Honours)

City University Malaysia

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Animation (Honours) at City University Malaysia is an immersive three-year programme that brings imagination to life through art, motion, and storytelling. This degree is designed to nurture the next generation of creative storytellers, animators, and digital artists.

Students will master both traditional and digital techniques across various animation forms, including 2D, 3D, stop motion, visual effects, and motion graphics. Using industry-standard tools and workflows, they will engage in hands-on projects and gain real-world production experience, building a professional portfolio that highlights their creativity and technical proficiency.

Supported by experienced mentors and industry insights, graduates will be well-prepared to create stunning visuals and captivating narratives for film, television, games, and digital media, equipping them to thrive in the dynamic animation industry.

Entry Requirements

  • A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) (Arts Stream) with a minimum Grade of C (Grade Point (GP) 2.00) in any two (2) subjects.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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YEAR 1

  • Academic Skills
  • Pengajian Malaysia 3
  • Corporate Governance
  • Principles of Animation
  • Fundamentals of Drawing & Character Design
  • Digital Animation Basics
  • Introduction to Storytelling & Visual Narratives
  • 2D Animation Techniques
  • Perspective & Background Design
  • Storyboarding & Sequential Art
  • Introduction to 3D Animation
  • Animation History & Analysis
  • Experimental Animation Studies

YEAR2

  • Stop Motion Animation
  • 3D Character Animation
  • Falsafah & Isu Semasa
  • English for Employment
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Visual Effects & Compositing for Animation
  • Advanced 3D Animation
  • Advanced 3D Rigging
  • Advanced Storytelling & Character Development
  • Pre-Production for Animation Projects
  • Post-Production & Editing for Animation

YEAR3

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Integrity & Anti Corruption (KIAR)
  • Animation Dissertation & Research Methods
  • Animation Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Industrial Training Preparation & Portfolio Review
  • Final Major Project: Pre-Production
  • Final Major Project: Production & Completion
  • Industry-Based Final Portfolio Development
  • Internship/Industrial Training

Available scholarships

  • Sudanese Student Administration Fee Waiver

    Up to 50% coverage

    A 50% discount is applied exclusively to the administration fee for Sudanese students. This waiver is deducted from the administration fee only and is secured upon applying to the City University Offer Letter.

  • Foundation Pathway Fee Waiver

    Up to 100% coverage

    This discount is open to students of all nationalities enrolled in the Foundation Pathway program. The tuition fee waiver is applied exclusively to the The final year of study effectively offsets the cost of the foundation year by the completion of the degree.

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Graphic designer
  • UX designer
  • Interior designer
  • Art director

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