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MA Animation

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Animation MA at Middlesex University London is designed for creative individuals looking to advance their technical and storytelling skills within a professional, interdisciplinary environment. This programme explore…

Tuition
£13,700/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The Animation MA at Middlesex University London is designed for creative individuals looking to advance their technical and storytelling skills within a professional, interdisciplinary environment. This programme explores the intersection of traditional animation techniques—including 2D, 3D, and stop motion—with emerging technologies like AI. Students benefit from a practice-based approach, with options to study full-time over one year or part-time over two years. The course also offers a one-year full-time option with an additional 12-month placement, providing invaluable industry experience. Based at the Hendon campus in London, students have access to world-class facilities at MDX Studios, including dedicated animation studios, motion capture technology, and high-end post-production suites. Whether you aim to work in film, television, gaming, or advertising, this course provides the creative freedom and industry-standard training to help you develop a distinctive voice. With support from the Careers and Futures team and opportunities for live industry briefs, students are well-prepared for a successful career in the global creative media landscape.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

2:2 undergraduate degree or above, or equivalent qualification, in a related discipline.

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Core and Optional Modules

Storytelling and Worldbuilding15 Credits Credits
Creative Practice and AI15 Credits Credits
Business Skills for Creative Practice15 Credits Credits
Exploring Animation Practice15 Credits Credits
Post-Production Mixing and Sound Design - Optional15 Credits Credits
Advanced Character Animation15 Credits Credits
Representing Reality: Documentary Animation and Film15 Credits Credits
Model Making: Fabrication and Realisation15 Credits Credits
Directing for Drama - Optional15 Credits Credits
Major Project: Pre-Production15 Credits Credits
Major Project60 Credits Credits
Work Experience - Optional15 or 30 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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