
A university education, powered by industry experience.
At Escape Studios, we offer undergraduate, postgraduate and short courses in Visual Effects (VFX), Game Art, Animation and Motion Graphics. We work with an impressive list of industry partners to design and deliver our courses, and we're leaders in digital arts, ranked 5th in the world by the Rookies, a Rookies Certified School, a Houdini Certified School, and the only Unreal Engine Authorized Training Center in the UK. Study in the heart of London's creative scene in our state-of-the-art facilities using professional tools and techniques for a real-life studio experience. Our tutors are experts and have all worked in successful studios. Through our industry partners, you'll get to meet, receive feedback and learn from some of the most creative and influential names in the industry as we invite guest speakers and tutors to the studios from the likes of Framestore, Creative Assembly or DNEG.
Countries: United Kingdom
Industries: 3D Animation Visual Effects 3D Motion Graphics Other
Software: 3DEqualizer After Effects Cinema 4D Houdini Mari Mocha Pro Silhouette Storyboard Pro Substance Designer Substance Painter Unreal Engine ZBrush
Certifications: Houdini Certified School Unreal Authorized Training Center
Courses
BA (Honours)/MArt The Art of Visual Effects (Integrated Masters)
Our course is perfect for those looking to gain knowledge of 3D VFX and Compositing, the degree will provide you with the professional skills that the industry is looking for or even to start your own studio. Learn to be a creative artist from day one - working in industry-style studios using the latest tools and techniques and working as part of a team on high quality creative projects. You’ll have intensive, hands-on tutorials with industry-trained tutors, who alongside practising professionals will provide regular feedback on your work. You’ll graduate studio ready with a professional portfolio of work to show employers and a degree validated by the University of Kent.
BA (Honours)/MArt The Art of Video Games (Integrated Masters)
Our degree is perfect for those wanting to become a Games Artist, it will provide you with both the professional skills and knowledge that the industry is looking for or even to start your own studio. Become a Games Artist from day one - working in industry-style studios using the latest tools and techniques and working as part of a team on high quality creative projects. You’ll have intensive, hands-on tutorials with industry-trained tutors, who alongside practising professionals will provide regular feedback on your work.
BA (Honours)/MArt The Art of Computer Animation (Integrated Masters)
Our animation degree has been developed in collaboration with top practitioners to provide you both the professional skills and knowledge that the industry is looking for. Bring your characters to life from day one - working in industry-style studios using the latest tools and techniques and working as part of a team on high quality creative projects. You’ll have intensive, hands-on tutorials with industry-trained tutors, who alongside practising animation professionals will provide regular feedback on your work
BA (Hons)/Mart The Art Of Computer Animation (2D)
The industry demand for more 2D Animators in recent years has been phenomenal. We are therefore delighted to help develop future talent in this exciting area through our new 2D pathway. We’re expanding our 2D animation capacity using the latest digital tools and techniques, you’ll work in a studio environment that mirrors current industry practice from day one. All our tutors can help turn your passion for animation into a practical studio-ready skillset.
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Achievements

Global School Rankings 2021
Awarded to Schools that ranked highly in the Rookies Global School Rankings 2021.

Certified School
Formal accreditation awarded to schools that provide the highest quality education.

Global School Rankings 2020
Awarded to Schools that ranked highly in the Rookies Global School Rankings 2020.
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