MA Character and Creature Animation


Transform fantasy into reality—master the art of 3D animation.

Turn your passion for animation into a career with the UK’s top-rated 3D Animation school (The Rookies, 2024). Our 100% online MA Character and Creature Animation programme is designed to unleash your creativity, refine your skills, and prepare you for a thriving career in Visual Effects, Games, and Film & Television.

Learn from award-winning animation professionals and cutting-edge industry experts as you push the boundaries of character and creature animation. With a flexible online format, you’ll develop the expertise to create lifelike movements, expressive characters, and immersive worlds—all from wherever you are.

  • Top Ranked
    Top-Ranked Animation School – The University of Hertfordshire’s School of Creative Arts was named the Best UK Creative School in the 2024 Rookies Global School Rankings.
  • Industry-Recognised Learning
    Our graduates have worked on major animated films, AAA games, and cutting-edge visual effects projects.
  • Flexible Online Study
    Balance your studies with work or personal commitments while accessing world-class learning materials 24/7.
  • Expert-Led Training
    Learn from industry professionals who have worked in leading animation studios across the globe.
  • Career-Ready Skills
    Master advanced workflows, character rigging, motion capture, and creature performance to stand out in the competitive animation industry.

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Fill out the form  to connect with our admissions team and explore how our MA Character and Creature Animation can transform your career.

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Intake
26 May 2025
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Duration
24 Months
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Mode
Part-Time
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Delivery
100% Online