Motion Graphics with Integrated Foundation Year

Course Overview

Motion graphics is at the forefront of visual communication. With the growth of digital culture, motion graphics has become one of the fastest expanding areas of design. A BA (Hons) in Motion Graphics will open up opportunities for all budding designers with an interest in graphics, animation and film. Learn to combine these disciplines and realise your personal creative potential.

Why study this degree?

• This is a long established, forward-looking course with a unique focus on all aspects of motion graphics.

• Students develop a wide range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge to underpin their creative design work.

• The syllabus is aligned to industry but also promotes creativity and individuality. With strong established partnerships with industry, we ensure relevance and quality in a rapidly evolving discipline. Our industry partners include Territory Studio, Future Deluxe, Inertia, Alchemy TV, BBC Creative, ITV Studios and many more

• As well as developing their design skills students explore the history, context and future potential of motion graphics and motion design. The course structure allows you time to evolve your craft and design thinking, leading to a richer portfolio

• Being based in London, the motion graphics course can provide many opportunities to visit design studios, postproduction houses, major broadcasters, exhibitions and industry events.

• On graduation our students have excellent employment opportunities.

  The motion graphics course at Ravensbourne University London combines digital technology with animation and design principles to equip you with the full range of practical and theoretical skills required to build a successful career within this in-demand discipline.

The four-year undergraduate course encompasses key skills including animation, storytelling, graphic design, 2D and 3D software, video production and experiential design, as well as exploring the history, context and future potential of motion graphics and motion design.

Combining these skills with industry-standard software including After Effects and Cinema 4D, you’ll create motion graphics for film, television, online, mobile, music and live events.

Through the course’s well-established industry connections, you’ll be introduced to a wide range of guest speakers and visit design studios, post production houses and major broadcasters.

In your final year you will be given individual advice by industry experts on how to develop your portfolio and prepare for the job market. You will graduate agile and industry ready – as proven by our excellent employment record.

Career pathway
Students will graduate with strong concept skills and technical expertise and be ready for a broad range of careers in the creative industry.

Students are often employed directly in motion graphics studios, but also work in advertising, branding, broadcast, film, title design, experiential design, exhibitions and events.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS