What do I need to know if I want to study 3D Animation?

26 June 2024
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If you are looking for practical training that will allow you to enter one of the entertainment industries that generates the most income in a period of two years, you can study the Higher Level Training Cycle in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments. Do you know everything you need to know to study Animation and Video Games?

Entry profile for the CFGS in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments

This cycle is for you if you are passionate about design and creativity and have an interest in technology. All our CFGS start from scratch, so you don't have to take a specific type of baccalaureate.

Due to the typology of our degrees, it is usually recommended to take a baccalaureate in arts or science and technology.

In no case should you be concerned about your previous training when it comes to getting the most out of our degrees.

Entry requirements for the CFGS in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments

In order to be able to access the Higher Level Training Cycles, you must meet at least one of the following requirements:

Holding the Baccalaureate degree.
Entrance exam to CFGS or University entrance exam for people over 25 / 40 / 45 years old.
Holding the title of Specialist Technician or the title of Higher Vocational Training Technician.
To be in possession of a Vocational Training Intermediate Technician Degree.
To be in possession of a University Degree.

What are you going to learn in the Higher Level Training Cycle in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments?

The Higher Level Training Cycle in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments at UDIT is a 2-year, 2,000-hour training course with which you will enter the Animation and Video Games industry. During two courses you will learn with a learning by doing methodology and focused on job placement by creating and designing your own games and virtual interactive experiences, as well as your portfolio.

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What will you be able to do?

You will be able to work as a senior technician in 3D animations, games and interactive environments with three different profiles: artist, giving visual form to the concepts, making digital models and generating movement and special effects; as a designer, developing the concept and story, creating the levels and structures and designing the game mechanics and as a programmer, developing the game engine, creating prototypes and implementing the mechanics.

What 3D modelling and design software will you learn?

You will master professional tools used in the current job market for 3D modelling and design such as Illustrator for vectorisation and digital illustration; Photoshop for retouching images; Pixel Art to build a prop or character with pixels; Anima2D to 3Ds Max, ZBrush or Mudbox. You will also learn tools such as Unity in 3D and Adobe Première and AfterEffects.

How is the CFGS in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments at UDIT different from the rest?

UDIT is the benchmark university for higher education in Video Games, being the first to offer an official degree in Video Game Design and Development and a fundamental part of the video game sector.

We are an associated centre of PlayStation Talents Academy, members of DEV (Spanish Video Game Development) and AEVI (Spanish Video Game Association), founding partner of the Madrid Video Game Cluster, Unreal Academic Partners and sponsors of the Spanish eSports team FEJUVES.

In addition to studying the higher education cycle, you will be able to complement your professional profile with the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Game Development where you will receive theoretical and practical training in 3D art and game programming. In addition to the HND, you will also receive a UDIT-approved qualification in Video Game Design and Production.

At the University of Design, Innovation and Technology you will be able to live unique experiences and develop your talent by participating in masterclasses and workshops with professionals and companies from the sector, events and fairs such as Gamergy, Jam Madrid Crea, NY Games for Change, GameLab, Hack for Good, etc.

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