Animation and Illustration for 16 to 18 Year Olds Online Short Course

Course description

Combine your creative and technical skills to tell stories. This intensive course will introduce you to the fundamentals of animation and illustration, by the end of the course you will have completed a short film you can use to support an application for further study.

Through discussions and project work you will learn about current practices and explore a range of techniques using your drawing skills on paper as well as digitally. By the end of the course you will have a deeper understanding of how animation and illustration can be used to get people's attention and communicate ideas.

The course draws upon London College of Communication's legacy of teaching animation and illustration and has been designed specially for younger people who are interested in further study in this area. The practical skills you will learn and your ability to speak about the subject will help you make an application for further study in a range of subjects including animation or illustration as well a range of other courses: UX design, fine art, media studies and filmmaking.

Please note that this course is suitable if you are applying for further study at LCC, but does not guarantee entry.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for you if you are between 16 to 18 and are considering further study or a career in animation or illustration.

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

• Our tutors will explain in easy to understand accessible English and will explain any specialist terminology
• New methodologies will be explained to you in a way that's clear and easy to understand
• Tutor's include live demonstrations of particular techniques so that you can see exactly how things should be done
• We also offer a bunch of learning resources for you to access outside of the live lessons. This allows you to ensure you are up to date and you can practice and review the things that are important to you. Practice makes perfect after all!

Live interactive classrooms:

• We like to do things the right way, that's why all of our online classes are live
• Expect live interaction with your classmates from around the world, our students come from far and wide
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
• Discuss topics related to your course in real time via your microphone and camera or if you're not feeling brave, in the chat box

All our online short courses include:

• Live online lessons
• The same course content and learning outcomes as our face to face courses
• Access to the virtual learning environment with course content
• Forums for support

Please note that all courses are taught in UK time.

Digital credentials (certificate of completion and digital badge):

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it.
• Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course.
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience.
• Certificates and digital badges are a great way to enhance your CV, celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.

Useful information:

For practical information about our kids and teens courses, take a look at our kids and teens information hub. This includes details of our policies on safeguarding, food allergies and learning requirements.