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Edinburgh College of Art’s (ECA) Animation programme is Scotland’s oldest established degree-level programme in the subject area. Studying animation at ECA gives you the opportunity to experience a wide range of animation methods, technologies, and theories.

Students’ distinct voices and visual styles are at the centre of our teaching. They work with you to help you figure out who you are as an animator and what your films will look like. There is no template you must fit!

They are one of the first UK animation programmes to become partners in the Aardman Academy, helping to ensure the industry relevance of their students and curriculum.

Our partnership with Scotland Loves Anime has allowed us to host the annual Education in Animation Day where our students have met directors, producers, and animators from some of the largest and busiest Japanese and Chinese studios, occasionally enabling their first appearances in the UK.

If you find beauty in small things, love telling stories, and are fixated upon movement then we think you will enjoy your time here.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at ABBB (first sitting) or 4 or 5 Highers at AABB/ABBBB (two sittings) plus English at National 5 at C. Evidence of artistic ability.

Entry to second year is available for those with above plus completion of a Foundation year or relevant HND at another institution.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at ABBB (two sittings) plus English at National 5 at C. Highers at BBB must be achieved in one sitting. Evidence of artistic ability.

You will be asked to submit a digital mini-portfolio to provide evidence of artistic aptitude and potential, this will form an important part of the selection process.