This programme is a creative mix of Animation & Motion Design disciplines. The purpose of animation is to entertain and may also inform, while the purpose of motion design is informative and may also entertain. It is this mix that allows students to blend, develop, and present original visuals and narratives in exciting new ways. The course develops creative individuals with artistic design skills and vision to produce a wide variety of screen content for film, television, streaming platforms, digital and commercial space.
What are the career prospects?
Job categories include:
2D Traditional Animator
Motion Designer
Character Animator
Storyboard Artist
Stop-Motion Animator
Compositing Designer
Concept Designer
Digital Media Designer
2D Background Artist
3D Animator
Scene Prep Artist
September 2025
Clare Street Campus
Limerick School of Art and Design-TUS, Clare St. Campus, Monamuck,
Limerick,
V94 KX22, Munster, Republic of Ireland
Entry into Animation & Motion Design is by competition and selection during US800 First Year Art & Design (Common Entry).
Applications will also be considered for Advanced Entry from those with a FETAC Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) and/or relevant prior learning.
IELTS score for entry to undergraduate courses a minimum score of 5.5
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.