animation & vfx



TUITION FEES
Main Program Fee:
$1235 — One-time tuition fee paid at the start of the program.
Semester Fee:
$15 per additional semester — also applies only after completing the first semester.
Additional Charges:
There are no extra or hidden fees beyond those listed above.
CURRICULUM
Individual courses are the building blocks of each degree program. Course requirements are structured to ensure that student study encompasses a broad range of topics and approaches, with an appropriate balance maintained among the three curricular components that comprise a liberal arts education: General Education, The Major, and Electives.
Course Code | Course Name | Credits | Type |
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ANIM 301 | Intro to 3D Animation | 1 | Self Study |
ANIM 279 | Storyboarding | 1 | Self Study |
CINE 217 | Film Editing | 1 | Live Class |
ANIM 384 | 3D Character Animation I | 1 | Live Class |
CINE 243 | Lighting For Film | 1 | Live Class |
ANIM 271 | VFX and Compositing | 1 | Live Class |
CINE 355 | Photography | 1 | Self Study |
Course Code | Course Name | Credits | Type |
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CINE 101 | Cinema Education | 1 | Self Study |
ANIM 520 | Internship program | 2 | Guided Study |
ANIM 525 | Capstone Project | 2 | Guided Study |
Course Code | Course Name | Credits | Type |
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ANIM 360 | 3D Set Design | 1 | Guided Study |
ANIM 326 | Layout Fundamentals | 1 | Self Study |
ANIM 384 | 3D Character Animation II | 1 | Live Class |
CINE 345 | Hollywood Camera Works | 1 | Live Class |
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A scholarship at Cinearts Academy would be a transformative opportunity, providing the financial support and resources needed to cultivate your artistic talents in Art. This recognition represents not only an investment in your education but also grants you access to valuable discounts, further enhancing the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the world of art.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing this program must complete a total of 16 courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 in their major requirements. The program culminates in a capstone project that incorporates the skills acquired during the semesters spent at CineArts Academy. A “C” grade and above on this project is required for graduation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission requirements are as follows:
New Students
Need to submit an admissions application form, that includes the following:
- A valid identity card
- Passport-Size Photo
Transfer Students
Transfer students have the exact application requirements as new students, but must also submit the following:
- A detailed official transcript from a previous academy or university.
To view the list of the accepted academy or university transcripts. Click Here
RELATED CAREERS
The Animation & Visual Effects Diploma opens doors to a range of careers in many professional fields. You’ll have the skill set to become a leader within distinct areas of media and entertainment, such as creative management, criticism, development, marketing, regulation and teaching.
Graduates with a CineArts Academy 3D Animation & Visual Effects Diploma have career opportunities illustrated in the following list. Career examples include but are not limited to:
- Production assistant
- TV director
- Screenwriter
- Film Editor
- Cinematographer
- Photographer
- Film Director
- 3D Animator
- 3D Modeler
- Visual Effects Artist

The CPD Group is made of up from a wealth of expertise from academics, industry bodies, awarding organizations and companies, employers and individual learners all sharing their expertise within the World of CPD. The main aim of The CPD Group is to review CPD Courses and Activities , processes and criteria, therefore ensuring that all of our accredited activities are robust and of high quality.

Yes! After you finish all of the required courses including the capstone project, you will receive a digital Certificate. If you wish to have a physical copy of the certificate shipped to you, you have to pay for the shipping and printing service.