Animation Courses: What You'll Learn

Read about animation courses you're likely to take in animation school.

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Common Topics for Animation Courses

The animation courses you'll take will vary depending on which school you choose. Each school has its own curriculum and requirements. Your animation training may also be specific to the career path you choose. However, whatever your school or specialization, your animation courses are likely to cover the following subject matter:

2D and 3D animation
Cartooning styles
Color and composition
Drawing skills
Depicting emotion
Life drawing
Filmmaking techniques and elements
- Camera angle
- Focal length
- Lighting
- Scale
- Vocabulary
Storyboarding
Storytelling
History of animation
Marketing
Creating a portfolio or demo reel
Software training

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