
Animation with Digital Arts Foundation Year BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Animation with Digital Arts Foundation Year BA (Hons)
If you’re looking to study a computer games or digital arts degree, but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, this foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress onto one of our related industry-focused undergraduate degrees.
You’ll cover key subject areas including digital art design and the digital art industries, and work with your peers on group based projects to develop your teamwork and communication skills. You’ll also be supported to develop key transferable skills in preparation for your degree level studies includin...
If you’re looking to study a computer games or digital arts degree, but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, this foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress onto one of our related industry-focused undergraduate degrees.<br/><br/>You’ll cover key subject areas including digital art design and the digital art industries, and work with your peers on group based projects to develop your teamwork and communication skills. You’ll also be supported to develop key transferable skills in preparation for your degree level studies including working independently, critical thinking skills, and taking responsibility for your own work and practice.<br/><br/>To aid study, you’ll have full access to Solent’s industry-standard facilities, including specialist labs, high-end dual screen computers equipped with industry software such as Autodesk, Adobe and Pixologic, and graphics tablets. You’ll also have access to a motion capture studio and lounge equipped with consoles and a life drawing studio.<br/><br/>You will be taught by passionate staff who are experts in their fields, with a wealth of real-world experience and knowledge.<br/><br/>Learn from staff who are experts in their field and who have vast industry experience.<br/><br/><strong>What does this course lead to?</strong><br/>This foundation year will help you build the relevant skills and knowledge to enter onto one of our related degree programmes. This can lead to a career in the multi-billion pound games industry in areas such as video game studios and art production, to film and animation studios.<br/><br/><strong>Who is this course for?</strong><br/>Solent’s Foundation Year in Digital Arts is intended for students without the required UCAS points for direct entry. This could be mature students returning to education, students without the required qualifications, or students looking to change career path after completing further education qualifications.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W6W1
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
From A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP or equivalent. An `optional’ online portfolio submission may be required as part of the selection process. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. Applicants who are not in possession of the minimum entry requirements but are able to demonstrate aptitude, enthusiasm and motivation will be considered on an individual basis and may be admitted subject to satisfactory interview and/or portfolio. Please contact us for further details.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MP
AS
In combination with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
MP
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
PPP
Extended Project
In combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
In combination with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
In combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
M
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
MM
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
MM
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
D
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh)
MP
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (540 glh)
MM
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (1080 glh)
PPP
AQA Level 3 (Foundation) Technical Level (360 glh)
D
A level
D,D
From a minimum of two completed A levels.
T Level
P
Pass grade (D or E)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
A
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |