- How long it takes
- 2 to 3 years
- full time
- Entry ATAR
- From 55.8
- Lowest offered at Swinburne University of Technology, 2026
- How you can study
- On campus
- Taught by
- 3 providers
- NSW, VIC, QLD
Is this course right for you?
What the Bachelor of Animation asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- a genuine interest in drawing and visual storytelling
- patience for repetitive creative work and revision
- good communication skills for working in teams
- an open attitude to feedback on your work
Before you start
Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.
Where this course can take you
No job needs this course on its own, but it can help with the work below.
Jobs a degree can help with
None of these jobs needs a set qualification.
Animator
Animators create movement on screen, building the characters, effects and sequences used in film, television, games and advertising.
Median pay$96,200
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list.
Where you can study this course
There are 3 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Website for Griffith University (opens in a new tab)
Griffith University
Brisbane City, Brisbane City (South Bank), QLD
4.3from 1,317 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Fee
- $12,200 a year
- (Government-supported place)
What students like
- Lecturers and tutors are supportive and approachable
What to weigh up
- Tutors can be slow to reply to emails
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC
4.0from 1,190 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 55.8 lowest
- (63.4 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Website for SAE University College (opens in a new tab)
SAE University College
Brisbane, SAE Melbourne, Sydney, NSW, QLD, VIC
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Fee
- $69,788 in total
- (Full fee)
What you’ll learn
The main topics covered in the Bachelor of Animation.
- Animation techniques
- Digital animation software
- Visual storytelling
- Character and production design
- Portfolio production
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification sits at bachelor degree level, so it suits someone preparing to study animation in depth. It is a good fit if you want a career in the animation field and are ready to take on university level study.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose before you apply.