Animation Overview

Animation is at the heart of most of today’s Hollywood blockbusters as well as smaller productions, children’s cartoons and everything in between. The animation courses at Pulse College are developed in direct response to industry demand.

Full and part-time courses

BA Degree in Animation
Certificate in Animation (Full Time)
Certificate in Animation (Part Time)
Springboard + Animation Courses 2019
BA Degree in Animation
Take the first step to becoming a professional animator! Pulse College is very excited to partner with Griffith College, Ireland’s largest independent third level institution, to deliver this brand new, unique and industry-focused BA Degree in Animation.

Pulse College’s BA Degree in Animation is developed and taught by practising industry professionals to ensure that you receive the very highest levels of training. A key part of the course involves producing a portfolio of work that will help you get into the exciting and growing Irish and international animation industry.

Certificate in Animation (Full Time)
Take the first step to becoming a professional animator

Pulse College’s Level 6 Certificate in Animation is developed and taught by practising industry professionals to ensure that you receive the very highest levels of training. A key part of the course involves producing a portfolio of work that will help you get into the exciting and growing Irish and international animation industry.

Studying at Pulse College will introduce you to valuable professional workflows and teach you everything from the basics of animation through to full 3D modelling. With the significant benefit of hands-on experience, you will be taught beyond the standard levels required by academic institutions. This practical experience is an essential element of our unique programme.

Certificate in Animation (Part Time)
Take the first step to becoming a professional animator

Pulse College’s Level 6 Certificate in Animation is developed and taught by practicing industry professionals to ensure that you receive the very highest levels of training. A key part of the course involves producing a portfolio of work that will help you get into the exciting and growing Irish and international animation industry.

Studying at Pulse College will introduce you to valuable professional workflows and teach you everything from the basics of animation through to full 3D modelling. With the significant benefit of hands-on experience, you will be taught beyond the standard levels required by academic institutions. This practical experience is an essential element of our unique programme.

Springboard + Animation Courses 2019
Animation employers seek employees who possess the latest animation techniques and technology skills, led by entrepreneurial capability. Technical skills learned must be blended with softer, business-world skills combined with an excellent portfolio that showcases individual creativity.

Designed in collaboration with industry partners, our Springboard+ part-time courses in Animation are for learners who wish to develop specific knowledge, skills and competence for the Animation Industry. This course is developed and taught by practicing industry professionals to ensure that participants receive the very highest levels of training.

Springboard+ is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Social Fund as part of the ESF programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning 2014-2020.

Short courses

Animation Introduction
Animation Introduction
Is 2D Art and Animation your passion. Would you like to bring your own creations to life? Come to Pulse Colleges Animation Introduction and you will develop these skills and knowledge using industry-leading software.

Learn the art of 2D animation from industry experienced professionals. Our animation classes are taught by world-class industry mentors, who have worked at major studios around the world and are ready to share their years of professional experience with you.

If you are interested in becoming a 2D Animator for film and games, this is the course to help get you started.

Student Work

To find out more about the opportunities available to our graduates, why not come along to our next open day or contact us with any questions.

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