Motion Graphics
Ravensbourne University London
UCAS Code: W280 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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A level
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
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.
The Ravensbourne BA (Hons) Motion Graphics course stands out as one of the only courses in the country focused exclusively on developing the full range of skills and knowledge needed to work in the motion graphics industry. A degree in this course will open up opportunities for all budding designers with an interest in graphics, animation and film. You will learn how to create short-form motion content for a variety of media, from web content to advertising and promotions.
This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the exciting world of motion graphics. You will gain a wide range of creative, theoretical, and practical skills, including graphic design, typography, animation, and post-production. You'll also receive training in industry-standard software and workshops to help develop your conceptual thinking.
Collaboration is core to the curriculum, this means you will work on projects with students from other courses. Through our teaching style, you'll gain valuable experience working on live briefs and internships, preparing you for your future career. In your final year, you'll create a personal portfolio that showcases your skills and aspirations as a motion graphics designer. You'll receive portfolio reviews from industry professionals and ongoing mentoring and technical advice.
Your journey in one of the fastest expanding areas of design could start here.
**Why study this course?**
- This is a long established, forward-looking course with a unique focus on all aspects of motion graphics
- Students develop a wide range of relevant practical skills and theoretical knowledge to underpin their creative design work
- With strong established partnerships with industry, we ensure relevance and quality in a rapidly evolving discipline. Our industry partners include Territory Studio, We Are Seventeen, Inertia, Alchemy TV, BBC Creative, ITV Studios and many more
- The course structure allows you time to evolve your craft and design thinking, leading to a richer portfolio
- On graduation, our students have an exceptional employability record.
**Career pathways**
Students are often employed directly in motion graphics studios, but also work in advertising, branding, broadcast, film, title design, experiential design, exhibitions and events.
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Modules
You'll explore short-form narrative, software skills, animation and design principles, typography, video production, information design, branding, experiential design, group work, pitch presenting, industry context and design history. For more information, please visit the course page on our website.
Assessment methods
You will be continually assessed throughout the course using a variety of methods including, portfolio work, presentations, peer and tutor critique, storyboarding, and attendance to all seminars and workshops. Each module has a Formative and a Summative assessment point, where feedback and advice are provided to develop and complete projects and a final grade is awarded. For more information, please visit our website. For more information, please visit our website.
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