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Diploma of Animation and VFX (3D Animation)

CG Spectrum logo – online creative and tech education provider
Location
Online
Study Mode
Online
Outcomes
3D Animator, Conceptual Artist
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QualificationDiploma
Awarded ByCG Spectrum (RTO: 20814)
Duration
6 months
Start Date
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Payment Option
FEE-HELP, Payment plan, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

The Diploma of Animation and VFX (3D Animation) offered by CG Spectrum Institute is an accredited course designed to equip students with the skills needed to excel in the dynamic fields of film, TV, virtual production, and video games. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of 3D animation, focusing on character and creature animation using industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya. Students will learn from professional animators, gaining insights into production pipelines and processes, and will graduate with a professional showreel that showcases their abilities.

Throughout the course, students will develop both technical and creative skills, including body mechanics, storytelling, and character acting. The curriculum also covers essential interpersonal skills such as communication, problem-solving, and leadership, ensuring graduates are well-rounded and job-ready. The course is delivered 100% online, offering flexibility for students to learn at their own pace while still receiving high-quality education and mentorship from industry experts.

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Completion of a Year 12 Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (for example, VCE, QCE, WACE, HSC, SACE, etc.) or equivalent; and/or,
  • Completion of a certificate III level qualification, or higher, issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); and/or,
  • Completion of a certificate IV level qualification (for example, a TAFE Diploma) issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); and/or,
  • Completion of a diploma-level qualification issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); and/or,
  • Experience-based entry – for applicants who do not meet any of the requirements above.

FAQS

CG Spectrum students are supported with access to an active community of peers and mentors. This includes career training and mentorship focused on job readiness from industry professionals. Students also benefit from live weekly Q&A sessions and recorded critiques from their mentors.