SELECT A COURSE
AVAILABLE IN Australia
FILTER BY LOCATION
-
Master of Creative Industries
Min. 4 Trimesters
FULL TIMEBe prepared to take on strategic and leadership roles within the creative industries.
-
Bachelor of Animation
Min. 6 Trimesters
On Campus
Get industry knowledge, use advanced animation tools, and collaborate across disciplines to produce real-world applications.
Career opportunities include:
- Motion Graphics Designer
- FX Artist
- 3D Asset Modeller
- Junior Rigging TD
-
Associate Degree of Animation
Min. 4 Trimesters
On Campus
Get qualified in 4 Trimesters with an industry-recognised course in Animation. Use advanced animation tools, and collaborate across disciplines to produce a showreel.
Career opportunities include:
- Surfacing Artist
- Junior Lighting TD
- Production Coordinator
-
Diploma of 3D Animation
Min. 2 Trimesters
On Campus
Our diploma has been built in a way that gives you plenty of face-to-face time with expert lecturers and many hours on the latest...
Become a:
- 2D/3D Animator
- Character designer
- Editor
Diploma of 3D Animation
Step into the world of animation, then step out with the skills to take on the world
Our diploma has been built in a way that gives you plenty of face-to-face time with expert lecturers and many hours on the latest tools and software.
Take a practical first look at modelling, lighting, shading, animation and rendering to gain a holistic, foundational understanding of the 3D production process.
You will engage in collaborative studio-based learning to produce a short animation in response to a client brief. You will be guided through the production methods needed to pitch effective creative concepts to potential producers.
To complement your technical skills, you will graduate with employability skills, introductory project management skills and scholarly techniques for higher education.
Upon completion, you will be eligible for up to 80 credit points towards the Bachelor of Animation.
*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.
Student work: Craig Martin, Jackson Harenberg, Jasper Termytelen, Zac Perkins
Find out more about Studying Animation at SAE
Graduate roles may include
|
|
|
|
|
Alumni Superstars
Sapphire Sheedy was developing motion graphics for advertising agencies when she graduated from SAE Sydney with a Bachelor of Animation.
This on-the-ground experience gave her the opportunity to intern at SLR Productions, an animation studio in Sydney. She is now a designer here.
Software available
- Brisbane
- Byron Bay
- Melbourne
- Perth
- Sydney
YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE
SAE has implemented a remote flexible learning option for current and future students. The range of tools developed by SAE will not only allow students to collaborate online but also gain experience in remote working practices widely used within the creative industries.
From day one you'll start creating on the latest software and equipment, under the guidance of expert lectures.
- Study in a collaborative, studio-based environment.
- Learn on industry-standard animation software including Autodesk Maya and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Learn as part of a small class.
- Learn from lecturers with extensive animation experience and industry connections.
- Apply industry-standard project methodologies throughout your studies.
Diploma of 3D Animation
The Diploma of 3D Animation has a strong practical focus, underpinned by key theoretical components. The course content is informed by our strong links to industry and our 40-year history in designing and teaching creative media courses.
To complement your technical skills, you will graduate with skills across:
- Employability skills specific to creative media.
- Introductory project management.
- Teamwork and collaboration in the context of creative media.
- Scholarly techniques for further education.
Upon completion, you will be eligible for up to 80 credit points towards either the Bachelor of Animation.
YOUR CAREER BEGINS TODAY
FREE CALL IN AUSTRALIA
YOU WILL LEARN
During your course you will gain an introduction into:
- Interpreting and responding to a design brief
- Creation of 3D digital models
- Production of 3D assets
- Designing animations and digital visual effects
- Storyboards
- Visual design
- Character rigging and staging
- Drawing
Graduate Outcomes
- Junior 3D Modeler
- Junior 3D Animator
- Junior 3D Visualisation Specialist
- Junior Character Designer
- Freelance Animator
| Trimester 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Animation Studies and Practice | Drawing for Animation | Foundations of Computer Graphics | Introduction to Animation |
| Trimester 2 | |||
| Contemporary Industrial Practices | Applied Animation Techniques | Animation Studio 1 | |
- Creative Industry Unit
- Discipline Specialisation Unit
| Trimester 1 |
|---|
| Animation Studies and Practice |
| Drawing for Animation |
| Foundations of Computer Graphics |
| Introduction to Animation |
| Trimester 2 |
| Contemporary Industrial Practices |
| Applied Animation Techniques |
| Animation Studio 1 |
- Creative Industry Unit
- Discipline Specialisation Unit
-
DURATION(S):
2 Trimesters Fast Tracked Full Time
3 Trimesters Full Time
4 Trimesters Extended Full Time
-
INTAKES:
Sep 2021
Feb 2022
May 2022
-
NEXT INTAKE:
Enrol By: 08 Oct 2021
Trimester Start: 20 Sep 2021
Trimester End: 27 Aug 2021
-
COURSE TYPE:
Diploma
Entry requirements
Applicants for Diploma courses must satisfy one of the following minimum entry criteria:
- Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) or equivalent, OR
- Completion of a certificate IV level qualification issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), OR
- Experience Based Entry for applicants who do not meet the requirements above. 'Enquire Now' or call 1800 723 338 directly for more information.
Under section 6.8 of the Student Progression, Exclusion and Graduation Policy, SAE reserves the right to apply conditional enrollments to students who apply to SAE via alternative entry. The Academic Coordinator will determine an appropriate set of support mechanisms for each student, based on individual experience and merit.
Fees and Payments
Fees: view our current Fee Schedule for information on SAE course fees.
Payment options: Fee-Help, or upfront trimester instalments.
Credit and recognition of prior learning
SAE may recognise your prior learning and may grant credit towards satisfying the requirements for a VET or a higher-level program. This is applied where previous learning is considered equivalent to the content and learning outcomes prescribed for modules within the program.
For full details, please refer to SAE's policy on recognition of prior learning and credit transfers.
Find more information on how to apply and the enrolment process here, or call 1800 723 338 to speak with a course advisor.