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BA (HONS) Illustration and Animation
Welcome to the BA (Hons) Illustration with Animation course at Wirral Met College.
If you're passionate about bringing your artistic visions to life and exploring the dynamic world of visual storytelling, this programme is tailor-made for you.
Designed for aspiring illustrators and animators, this course offers a unique blend of traditional illustration techniques and cutting-edge animation skills.
Through hands-on projects, industry insights, and collaboration with peers and professionals, you'll develop a diverse portfolio and the expertise needed to thrive in the competitive creative industry.
Career opportunities
Illustration and Animation both offer exciting career opportunities.
Animator
According to talent.com, the average salary for an animator is £35,000 per year, with entry level positions starting at £27,500, whilst most experienced workers earn up to £52,500 per year.
Illustrator
According to talent.com, the average salary for an illustrator is £29,500 per year, with entry level positions starting at £25,000, whilst most experienced workers earn up to £45,000 per year.
Graphic Designer
According to talent.com, the average salary for a graphic designer is £27,976 per year, with entry level positions starting at £24,000, whilst most experienced workers earn up to £38,277 per year.
Artist
According to talent.com, the average salary for an artist is £31,781 per year, with entry level positions starting at £27,500, whilst most experienced workers can earn up to £60,000 per year.
Meet the team
Meet our team of talented, industry experts, delivering the BA (Hons) Illustration with Animation programme.
facilities
As a BA (Hons) Illustration and Animation student, you’ll work in a combination of multi-use studio spaces and tutorial areas.
Design Studio
Develop your skills in our industry standard design studios complete with Apple Macs.
Printmaking Studio
Enhance your portfolio and develop a wide range of techniques in our fully equipped Printmaking Room.
Library
Expand your theoretical knowledge and gain new inspiration in our Library.
Art Studios
Channel your creativity and capture your style in our art studios.
Open Days
Visit us at one of our open days! Explore our facilities, take part in interactive demos, and speak to our friendly tutors and support teams.
Financial Support
There are many options available to help with your study costs. Discover what support is available to you.
News
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Accredited by
From its roots in the North West of England, as the country’s first purpose-built provider of higher education for teachers, the University of Chester now offers a comprehensive range of apprenticeships, foundation courses, undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as undertaking world class academic research.
Now with a diverse student body of more than 15,000 (plus those at partner institutions), drawn from every continent, the University is committed to developing innovative and socially relevant curricula with a wide range of educational providers both within the UK and overseas.