Postgraduate diploma Art and Animation in Video Games

Video games have become one of the fundamental pillars of entertainment, and it is one of the industries that is experiencing continuous growth. This is due, in large part, to incredible technological advances that have allowed designers to create more realistic and detailed animations, making them almost like a movie. In this way, the visual design of a game has positioned itself as the first feature that users appreciate and demand for future releases. For this reason, it is not surprising that large development companies are looking for profiles that specialize in modeling, 3D design and animation, all of which are covered in this program and will take students' careers to the next level.

University certificate

duration

24 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

18 ECTS

financing up to

6 months

Price(first year)

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The world's largest faculty of design”

Introduction to the Program

Are you interested in video game animations and considering specializing in that area? Enroll in this program to achieve it"

The world of video games has been the result of an evolutionary process in different technologies. In their early days, displays were only allowed to show certain pixels in black and white. Then, with the arrival of color, a new world of possibilities opened up, showing certain nuances and differentiating shapes from the background. Nowadays, the screens not only support animation in which textures and contrasts are perfectly detailed, they also help to immerse the player in a new reality, making him or her a participant in the entire virtual environment.

Therefore, those in charge of art and animation in the design of a video game are among the most in-demand profiles in the sector. Animators are the ones who model the characters and bring them to life, as well as all the visual elements that make up the game, so they must possess the right knowledge and skills to achieve an impeccable result.

This Postgraduate diploma has been developed with all this in mind, with the aim of helping students understand the basics of 3D modeling and texturing using different software, such as Studio Max and Mudbox. Likewise, students will be able to learn the techniques used by the great exponents to animate characters and any element in 2D and 3D.

This program can be studied anywhere in the world thanks to its 100% online modality, meaning designers do not have to put their daily activities on hold in order to attend a class. Additionally, you will have access to the content at any time of the day, making it easy to plan your study at your convenience. Finally, you will not be required to complete a final project to obtain the qualification, that is, you will be able to put into practice what you have learned immediately, favoring your entry into the professional world.

The direct qualification of this program will allow you to quickly enter the professional market as a designer specializing in video game animation"

This Postgraduate diploma in Art and Animation in Video Games contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

Practical cases presented by experts in Art and Animation in Video Games
The contents are broad and, at the same time, very specific, especially designed to provide students with specific and general knowledge of video game animation
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Revolutionize the world of video game animation like Jordan Mechner, the first to use motion capture recording"

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 throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will be able to take this program whenever, wherever and however you want thanks to its 100% online modality"

Pixelated graphics and boring kinematics are things of the past. Enroll in this program to create dynamic and innovative animations"

Why study at TECH?

TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.

Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH”

The world’s best online university according to FORBES

The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future”

A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.

The most complete study plans on the university scene

TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success.

TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.

A world-class teaching staff

TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others.

Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.

A unique learning method

TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries.

TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.

The world's largest online university

TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world.

TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.

Google Premier Partner

The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies.

Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.

The official online university of the NBA

TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics.

TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.

The top-rated university by its students

Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.”

TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.

Leaders in employability

TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development.

99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.

Postgraduate Diploma in Art and Animation in Videogames

Artistic creation is a fundamental part of any product development, especially in the field of video games where consumers are increasingly demanding, as they seek not only an entertaining story, but also graphics that respond to the technological trends of the industry. At TECH Global University we designed the Postgraduate Diploma in Art and Animation in Video Games as an excellent opportunity for academic qualification aimed at all professionals interested in improving their work practice. Our program consists of 450 instructive hours, during which students will learn in depth the different genres, the concept of gameplay and the tools to perform in-depth analysis focused on the creation of the design that applies to this area.

Postgraduate in Art and Animation in Videogames 100% online

The postgraduate program in Art and Animation in Video Games at TECH has a cutting-edge study plan, thanks to which students will have access to sophisticated content, which will allow them to create a robust theoretical background in relation to design elements, animation software, 3D structuring and kinematics, as well as other topics of great relevance to consolidate a multidisciplinary way in this discipline. Likewise, the program focuses on promoting the personal development and entrepreneurship of the applicants, so that upon graduation, they can build their own startups or companies in design if that is their goal.