What is a Bachelor of 3D Design and Animation?
A Bachelor of 3D Design and Animation provides the technical skills, creative development and practical experience you need for a career in 3D design and animation. Incorporating industry engagement throughout, this bachelor of animation will prepare you to work as a 3D and visual effects artist and animator.
Learning outcomes
- Explore design and animation theory and context.
- Work with industry-standard creative processes and actual briefs.
- Complement your specialisation with electives from other disciplines.
- Experiment with the latest advances in VR/AR.
Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence
You'll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you're studying Design with us.
Houdini SideFX certified school
Gain free access to the award-winning industry-standard Houdini SideFX platform.
Rookies-awarded school
We consistently appear in the Rookies World School Rankings, the international ranking of creative media and entertainment schools.
This is an AQF Level 7 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd T/A Billy Blue College of Design.
*For more details on international student study options.

Career opportunities
This cutting-edge degree can lead you into one of the most imaginative, innovative and technical fields of design – 3D design and animation. In your final year, as well as refining your skills, you’ll develop your professional portfolio, so you are ready to start working in an industry where you can unleash your creativity and your technical know-how every day.
Potential career paths
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2D/3D Animator
Average salary: $40,000 - $103,000 -
Environment Designer
Average salary: $53,000 - $85,000 -
Visual Effects (VFX) Designer
Average salary: $41,000 - $120,000 -
3D Computer Modeler
Average salary: $45,000 - $103,000

Subjects and units
This course comprises of eight core subjects, 12 specialisation subjects and four elective subjects.
Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.
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Year 1
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Year 2
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Year 3
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Electives
Requirements
Core subjects
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Design Context | DCX101
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Design Studio 1 | DSO102
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Design Studio 2 | DSO103
Specialisation subjects
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3D Asset Creation | ACR103
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2D Asset Creation | ACR101
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Animation Principles | ANP100
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Beyond the Creative Industries | BCI100
Requirements
Core subjects
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Design Studio 3 | DSO201
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Problem Based Learning Studio | PBL202
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Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver | DDD203
Specialisation subjects
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Hard Surface and Environment Modelling | HSE200
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Procedural Geometry and Workflow | PGW200
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Animation | ANI203
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Advanced 3D Asset Creation | AAC202
Requirements
Core subjects
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Social Enterprise | SEN301
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Work Integrated Learning | WIL302
Specialisation subjects
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Lighting and Look Development | LLD300
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Real Time Animation Production | RTA300
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Major Project | CDM301A
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Portfolio | CDM303A
Requirements
Elective subjects
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Game Production Foundation | GPF104
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Visual Language of Design | DGDVL100
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Illustration | DGDIL100
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Motion Graphic Design | MGD200
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Emerging Design Technologies (Commercial) | IDC206A
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Persuasive Media Production | PMP300
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Pre-Production Capstone 1 | PPR301
Technology
Learn with industry standard technologies



International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided exceptions to the usual face-to-face learning requirements until 30 June 2023 only. For more information, visit Study in Australia.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.
Industry partners and work placements
Complete an industry brief or internship
Engage with industry throughout your course as you complete an industry brief or internship, gaining valuable work experience in your dream field.




Entry details
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Domestic
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International
Fees
Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.
FEE-HELP
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships
If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry:Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent
ORSuccessful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above
ORSuccessful completion of a Higher Education qualification
ORWork life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Fees
Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
Fee payment
Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.How to apply

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Frequently asked questions
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What are Torrens University Australia’s ATAR requirements for domestic students?
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Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
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Can I get course credit for previous experience?
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What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
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How do I apply for a scholarship?
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