BA (Hons) Motion Graphics

Students will start with design and animation principles specific to Motion Graphics and develop key skills that will underpin their work across the rest of the course. These include conceptual thinking, storytelling, animation, visualisation, visual communication, typography and video production.

This is underpinned by introductions to the key software used on the course, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premier Pro and Cinema 4D. All of this software is available free for students on the course.

Students develop analytical thinking through their contextual studies, and examine the history and context of the motion graphics industry.

Modules may include*:

• Design Principles for Motion
• Animation Principles
• Main Title Design
• Production
• Professional Life Practice: "Developing your Practice"
• Professional Life Practice: "Exploring your Practice".

*Subject to change.

The skills attained in the first year are brought together in the second year through longer projects that reflect the areas that motion graphic designers might typically work in.

Modules may include*:

• Branding
• Pathway Project
• The Bigger Picture
• Professional Life Practice: "Applying your Practice"
• Work-based learning.

*Subject to change.

Students also get the opportunity to collaborate with students from other courses through the elective units.

They will also have opportunities to engage with industry professionals, work on live briefs and take up work-based learning opportunities.

The final year is focused on creating a personal portfolio of work that reflects individual student's skills and aspirations as a motion graphics designer.

All projects apart from one are self-initiated by the students and the briefs are developed in conjunction with tutors.

Students are required to enter one competition, of their own choice from a list provided by tutors.

Across the term, students have on-going mentoring and technical advice, and occasional workshops.

In term 3 students are given the opportunity to engage in portfolio reviews with industry professionals.

Modules may include*:

• Negotiated Briefs
• Professional Life Practice: "Situating your Practice"
• Major Project
• Personal Branding and Portfolio Project.

*Subject to change.

At Ravensbourne we accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English in addition to any of the below;

• Two A Levels at grade CC or above
• BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MPP
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
• T Level (pass or above)
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
• International Baccalaureate at grade 24 or above
• Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 64 UCAS Tariff points

At Ravensbourne we take a flexible approach to admissions, as we want you to know exactly what you need to achieve in your exams to guarantee a place on the course. We still think exams are important and look forward to hearing about your successes, but we place just as much importance on the work you will share with us as part of our interview and/or portfolio process.

Selection criteria:

Students should ideally have a background in art, creative media or design. Applicants are expected to submit a portfolio of work which shows a range of their skills and demonstrates why they would be a good fit for the course.

We may also consider a combination of portfolio and academic qualifications and take into consideration progress made during studies and/or relevant work experience.

UK students

Simply select your chosen start date using the 'Apply now' dropdown at the top of this page, and you will be directed to the appropriate course page on the UCAS website.  The UCAS code for this course is located in the course overview bar at the top of this page. 

The UCAS website will guide you through the simple application process. You can also apply through your school or college using the UCAS system.

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The entry requirements for this course can be found in the relevant section above.

International students

Simply select your chosen start date using the 'Apply now' dropdown at the top of this page, and you will be directed to the appropriate application form.

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Admission onto this course is also subject to successful completion of an interview and portfolio (or showreel). 

If you wish to study our BA (Hons) Motion Graphics degree course, we will need to see examples of previous work that showcases your suitability for the course. 

At your interview we expect to see a wide-ranging portfolio of design work. This might typically include:

• graphic design
• typography
• photography
• illustration
• animation
• video
• fine art.

We don't require you to necessarily have any motion graphics or moving image work in your portfolio, although this is desirable, we do expect you to demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the subject.

You should also include development work, sketch books and project logs.

Your portfolio should include work covered at GCSE, A Levels and / or Art & Design Foundation or BTEC, plus any work you consider relevant that you have produced independently.

This page offers great tips for completing your portfolio/showreel and preparing for your interview. 

Students will graduate with strong concept skills and technical expertise and be ready for a broad range of careers in the creative industry.

Students are often employed directly in motion graphics studios, but also work in advertising, branding, broadcast, film, title design, experiential design, exhibitions and events.

At Ravensbourne University London, industry connection is embedded into everything we do. Our course will equip you for success in the creative and digital industries, ensuring you are truly industry ready upon graduation. Our tutors are respected academics and practitioners with substantial experience and industry links.

You will be part of a diverse community of creatives, working collaboratively to explore new professional practices. Ravensbourne has strong industry links with a range of high-profile companies, including: Apple, Barclays, the BBC, European Space Agency, Marks & Spencer, Museum of London, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Samsung and many more. 

The Motion Graphics course has links with many design studio powerhouses including XK Studio, Future Deluxe, Alchemy Studio, Weareseveteen, Territory Studio, Potion Pictures, The Mill, Studio Hansa, Design Bridge, Animade, Inertia, Unit, and many more.

We also have major links with global broadcasters like SkyTV, Discovery Channel, BT TV, BBC/Red Bee, and many companies that employ motion graphic designers ranging from Burberry to Manchester United FC.

Find out more about our tuition fees and whether you qualify for financial support during your studies. 

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If you have any questions, we'd love to hear from you. 

Get in touch with a member of our admissions team:

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E: admissions@rave.ac.uk

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