This Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program prepares students for various animation and animation-related careers or graduate school by providing a thorough grounding in fundamental principles and techniques. Through the 2D Animation and 3D Animation concentrations, this degree focuses on intensive work in digital animation supported by a program of general studies.
2D Animation:
The 2D Animation concentration prepares students for professional careers in the field
of 2D animation, beginning with an introduction to basic animation fundamentals during
their freshman year. In their sophomore year, students will apply these animation
principles to more complex, narrative-driven projects.
As students progress into advanced classes, they will acquire experience across all
facets of the animation pipeline, including storyboarding, character design, background
illustration, compositing, and 2D character rigging.
Students will create animations individually and as part of a team, helping them identify
and advocate for the area of animation they are most passionate about while ultimately
building a portfolio aimed at securing a career in their desired animation field upon
graduation.
3D Animation:
The 3D Animation concentration provides a comprehensive exploration of the 3D animation production pipeline, starting with an in-depth introduction to fundamental techniques— including modeling, lighting and texturing, and animation- during the freshman and sophomore years.
As students advance into their junior and senior years, the curriculum expands to
reinforce and refine their core 3D production skills through collaborative and individual,
portfolio-driven projects.
Additionally, advanced coursework in specialized areas such as 3D sculpting, rigging,
and compositing will be offered, equipping students with the technical expertise and
creative problem-solving abilities necessary for professional practice in the field
of digital animation.
Enrollment for this program, set to launch in Fall 2026, will start in Fall 2025.
Currently, the program is available only to first-time freshmen.
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Program Format: Face-to-Face
Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours
Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Time to Complete: Four-year Program
Primary Campus: Kennesaw
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Excellent Location - KSU is close to Atlanta, where the art scene is exceptional. The program gives you a strong foundation in digital animation.
Hands-On - Students are immersed in studio practices with exceptional professors. We have students who have jobs with Cartoon Network and Turner Broadcasting and students being featured in art exhibits all over the city.
Enriching Facilities - You’ll have access to exceptional facilities, including a design studio, software, and peripherals to create your animation.
There are numerous careers for graduates with a bachelor's in fine arts in digital animation. Below are a few paths that you can pursue in your career:
A career in Digital Animation offers various paths that can easily align with your current and future goals. Below are just a few jobs achievable with a bachelor's of Fine Arts in Digital Animation from KSU’s Geer College of the Arts in Georgia.
Double Owl Pathways allows undergraduate students to obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees at significantly lower costs and in less time than pursuing each degree separately. KSU offers a variety of Pathways to choose from various disciplines, allowing students to graduate sooner and get a head start on their future careers.
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