Computer Animation

For those seeking a bachelor’s degree in computer animation, studying at Full Sail will guide you through the same production pipeline used in professional studios.

From implementing crowd scenes in a movie or commercial to creating vast landscapes for a video game, computer animation is used in nearly every aspect of today’s entertainment industry. In this curriculum, you’ll explore concepts from storyboarding, sketching, and visual development to modeling, character animation, and final compositing.

Upcoming Start Dates

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September 2
September 29
October 27

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Named one of the Top 50 Animation Schools and Colleges in the U.S.

— Animation Career Review, 2023

Program at a Glance

WAYS TO LEARN

Campus + Online

DEGREE LEVEL

Bachelor of Science

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Qualified campus students can receive up to $15,000 with the Academic Advantage Scholarship. Financial aid available to those who qualify. View Details

STUDENTS IN THIS PROGRAM SAY

When I see an outrageous shot in a movie, I look up how they pulled it off.
I love to draw and sketch.
I often lose track of time because I'm so focused on my work.
I live for collaboration and feedback.
I don't just appreciate good effects, I dissect them.

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COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Compositing and Scene Finishing - This course broadens the base of students' knowledge by offering insight into the process of combining computer-generated imagery (CGI) with video and film elements.

Character Animation - This course focuses on strengthening students' animation skills by exploring methods for creating movement that is entertaining, appealing, and clearly driven by the characters' emotions and personality.

Character Modeling Fundamentals - Students will build an initial base mesh and learn to harness digital sculpting tools to add higher-level detail to their characters.

Campus Catalog & Sequence for This Program

Online Catalog & Sequence for This Program

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Full Sail's Project LaunchBox™

Project LaunchBox™ is a Full Sail program that provides students with powerful technology to help create projects. All of your files, multimedia creations, and coursework are at your fingertips 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Request more information about this program.

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

For the August 4 start date, students in the online version of this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

For the August 4 start date, students in the online version of this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

Included Components

MSI Laptop
MSI 3-yr Warranty
Adobe Creative Cloud (Download)
Microsoft Office 365
Belkin USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Xencelabs Medium Pen Tablet

Other Software Taught in this Program

Adobe Substance Designer
Adobe Substance Painter
Andersson Technologies SynthEyes (Download)
Autodesk Maya
Autodesk Motion Builder
DaVinci Resolve
The Foundry Nuke (Download) 30-mo License
Maxon ZBrush (Download)
Motion Analysis Cortex
PureRef
Unreal Game Engine
Vicon Shōgun

Admissions & Financial Aid

A Different Admissions Process

No traditional application deadlines — Classes begin monthly for most programs, so you can apply anytime and start on the date that works best for you.

Program design and course order — You do not need to sign up for specific classes every semester – all of our programs have a predetermined program design and course order.

Accelerated Pace — Full Sail's programs are taken on an accelerated schedule, allowing you to graduate sooner.

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Funding Your Education

Tuition — Our tuition includes all costs for the full degree program, as well as all associated expenses, including textbooks, manuals, media, production materials, lab and technology fees, and Project LaunchBox™ - a personal technology package featuring hardware and software customized to each degree program.

Scholarships — We know that funding your education is a substantial investment. That's why Full Sail University offers a variety of scholarships for qualified students.

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News & Grads

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James Lane stands in front of a beige wall and smiles at the camera. He is wearing a light blue v-neck t-shirt.

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Computer Animation Grad Helps Animate Scenes for Major Movies

Lee Anderson stands outdoors in front of a tree and smiles at the camera. He has red hair and a beard, and he’s wearing a teal henley.

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Computer Animation Grad Works in Visualization and Game Industries

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