You will learn the most important keys in the design of creatures such as hydra, demonic beings, gods, werewolves and zombies”

With the unstoppable advance of animation techniques, as well as the growing interest in more and more fantasy and horror stories, it is not surprising that design departments have more and more assignments related to otherworldly beings. With such a wide range of creatures and monsters of all kinds, it is understandable that designers would want to specialize in the creation of these beasts.

For this reason TECH has assembled a teaching team with extensive experience in the creation of both horror and fantasy characters, creating exhaustive and thorough teaching material that reviews, creature by creature, all the most important physiological and expressive aspects. Through real practical cases and detailed videos, the designer will efficiently deepen their knowledge of Design and Creation of 2D Fantasy and Horror Characters.

Knowing that the flexibility of such a program can be a determining factor for success, TECH has chosen a completely online format for all content. This means that they are available from day one for download, being accessible from any device with an internet connection. Likewise, both face-to-face classes and fixed schedules have been eliminated in order to make it as convenient as possible for students.

Join the world's largest online academic institution, with a faculty that has achieved numerous successes in the field of design"

This postgraduate diploma in Design and Creation of 2D Fantasy and Horror Characters contains the most complete and innovative educational program on the market. Its key characteristics are as follows:

• Practical cases presented by experts in the creation of 2D fantasy and horror characters
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions for experts and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will excel in the creation of spectacular fantastic and terrifying creatures, gaining a significant advantage in leading projects related to this environment"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will get to know even the smallest anatomical details of fairytale creatures, mummies and aquatic beasts"

Enroll today and don't wait any longer to add this postgraduate diploma to your CV"

The objective of this degree is to offer, in a single program, the most exhaustive and detailed knowledge on the creation of different types of fantasy and horror characters. In this way, the designer will be able to distinguish themselves in an area of growing interest in the audiovisual industry, being able to direct their professional career towards large-scale multimedia projects or studios with a demand for specialized designers.

You will have access to the most important design and creation techniques to deal with all kinds of requests”

General Objectives

• Encourage the necessary documentation and reference taking needed to do the job correctly
• Know how to structure, create and build characters
• Acquire the necessary skills for the creation of fantasy characters
• Analyze the development and creation of horror characters

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Character Building

• Define the lines of action for the characters and their complex forms
• Study the anatomay, hair and head of characters
• Gain in-depth knowledge in cartoon characters and animals and how to define them
• Know the correct representation of limbs and hands in different characters

Module 2. Fantastic Creatures

• Deepen understanding of the different types of fantastic creatures
• Correctly differentiate between the different kinds of flying, aquatic and subterranean creatures
• Learn about the different types of fairytale creatures and hybrid beings, as well as demons and giants
• Learn to represent gods and demigods with greater strength

Module 3. Horror Characters

• Know the anatomy of horror characters and the keys to their correct representation
• Deepen knowledge in the creation and design of vampires, werewolves and mummies 
• Analyze classic horror figures such as Frankenstein's monster or Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
• Know the geometric shapes that define extraterrestrial or alien beings

With your specialized know-how regarding the creation of fantasy and horror characters, you will be the main reference in this type of projects"