Bachelor of 3D Design and Animation

The Bachelor of 3D Design and Animation is designed to provide you with knowledge and skills in computer-based 3D modelling, rigging, animation, lighting and texturing. This degree develops your practical skills with the study of 3D design, underpinned by foundations of 3D modelling, animation and interactivity in the games industry, and the study of professional practice in 3D design and animation workplaces.
The course incorporates industry-informed briefs, industry mentors, client projects, internship opportunities and the study of emerging areas of 3D design and animation practice. By the end of this course, you’ll have a combination of a well-rounded 3D design and animation generalist knowledge base with focused niche skills development in a 3D design and animation specialist area.
This cutting-edge degree can lead you into one of the most imaginative, innovative and technical fields of design – 3D design and animation. In your final year, as well as refining your skills, you’ll develop your professional portfolio, so you are ready to start working in an industry where you can unleash your creativity and your technical know-how every day.

Learning outcomes:

• Explore design and animation theory and context.
• Work with industry-standard creative processes and actual briefs.
• Complement your specialisation with electives from other disciplines.
• Experiment with the latest advances in VR/AR.

Note: This course is available On-campus and Online. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.

Areas of study

2D asset creation, 3D asset creation, animation principles, beyond the creative industries, design context, design studio 1&2.

Career opportunities

2D, 3D,4D animator, 3D concept artist, 3D specialist (eg modelling/rigging/texturing/lighting), 3D visualisation artist, 3D tracker/matchmover, concept artist, digital designer, digital matte artist, environment designer, visual effects (VFX) artist.

Practical experience

The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.

Work placement hours: Approximately 90 hours Fees and charges Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.

Admission criteria

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with recent secondary education

ATAR: ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with higher education study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Further information

View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses typically cost you more than equivalent Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses – read about University course costs.

Admission criteria
If no admission criteria is specified, refer to the general admission criteria.

Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane campuses
Many of the courses below are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Visit the Torrens University website for details on how to apply.