Animation | Beginners
Why this course?

A beginners course aimed at those who want to learn the fundamental skills of animation and already have basic skills in drawing the human form. This course is for imaginative and fun loving people.
This course will cover six of the 12 animation principles, meaning you will be able to create animations implementing techniques used by professional animators.
By the end of the course you will be able to create animation actions starting with the bouncing ball, moving on to pose by pose animation and finishing on character animation including:
- character referencing
- walk cycles
- jumping
- light and heavy throws
- lip syncs
- and facial expressions
Tutor: Andrew Probert
Start dates
Code | Start | Campus | Times | Duration | Fees ? | |
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CL0318-1C | 14 Jan 2021 | Central Brighton | Thursdays 6.30-8.30pm | 10 weeks | £137.00 | |
CL0264-1C | 22 Apr 2021 | Central Brighton | Thursdays 6.30-8.30pm | 10 weeks | £137.00 | Enrol & Pay |
What should I bring?
- Pencils
- Pens
- Crayons
- Any other mediums you prefer
- A folder for your handouts and homework
- A camera phone
Why the MET?
Greater Brighton Metropolitan College (MET) was created from the merger of City College Brighton and Northbrook College. It draws on 150 years of heritage, history and experience. We operate across five campuses in Brighton, Shoreham and Worthing, and teach around 7,500 adult learners.
Our experienced teaching staff are passionate about their areas of expertise and are committed to helping you to attain your learning goals and meet your personal aims. Whatever your chosen subject, we have the facilities to ensure you get the most out of your learning experience.
This course is eligible for a 50% discount if you are in receipt of certain benefits. This discounted fee is shown as category B below:
Category A: £137.00 (full fee)
Category B: £68.50 (discounted fee)
Find out more about the eligibility criteria and how to apply for this discount here.