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 Study Animation at JMC Academy (Australia). Intakes in February,June and September!

“I chose JMC Academy because its curriculum offers a close experience to the creative industry life, preparing you technically and theoretically for the challenges of the professional world. It has great facilities and teachers who have worked in great productions; the classes are small, allowing for better interaction with great industry related teachers, so you can learn more than ever.”
 

- Juan, Colombia 

COURSES IN ANIMATION

Bachelor of Creative Arts (Animation)

[CRICOS 075776J]
2 years (Accelerated) / 3 years
Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane

Intakes in February, June, September

Diploma of Creative Arts (Animation)

[CRICOS 058464M]
8 months (2 trimesters)
Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane

Intakes in February, June, September


CAREERS IN THE INDUSTRY

JMC’s Animation graduates currently work in a wide range of creative positions in game design, film + TV, web animation and advertising, in major studios like Animal Logic and design houses like ZSpace.

Specific roles may include:
  • 3D or 2D Animator
  • Producer
  • Director
  • Concept Artist
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Modeller
  • Texture Artist
  • Rigger
  • Illustrator
  • Render Wrangler
  • Visual Effects Artist
  • Matte Painter
  • Effects Animator
  • Compositor
  • Digital Lighting Designer
  • Motion Designer

JMC INTERNATIONAL ALUMNI

JMC Academy has been launching creative careers for 40 years. Our alumni are making their mark in the entertainment industry in Australia and internationally. Here are just a few alumni careers:

  • Nurul Jihan Khairunnisa (Indonesia) – Lead 3D Animator, Brown Bag Films Bali 
  • Juan Chacon-Olier (Colombia) - Character Animator & Designer, Studio Moshi
  • Li Wen Koh (Malaysia) - Senior 3D Animator, Lemon Sky
  • Clarissa Audrey (Indonesia) - Graphic Designer, Brand Territory
  • Sara Lindberg (Sweden) - Creative Director at Rockpool Publishing
  • Madeline Ong (Malaysia) - Junior Editor/Motion Designer at Foodslicer 3D Visualisations
  • Andrew Yan (Malaysia) - Illustrator, Fiverr and Partnered Streamer, Twitch

FAQs

Yes. All courses are approved and accredited by TEQSA, the Australian quality agency. We also regularly benchmark our programs and facilities against leading arts institutions internationally, ensuring we not only provide the best Australia has to offer, but also measure up globally.

At JMC you won't get lost in the crowd. Our lecturers get to know our students' unique strengths and ambitions, and can often provide the all-important network connections to help you get started in the industry. We also provide incredible student support, from our dedicated international services team, to our academic support team, to our on-campus counsellor. We're all here for you!

You can access our entry requirements here, or put a comment in the form above and we'll contact you with the specific requirements of your chosen specialisation.

In the course of completing the Bachelor degree you will complete multiple key creative projects, both solo and in teams, as well as a host of smaller exercises. You will build your portfolio with polished work from your second trimester onwards and your last two trimesters will be devoted to a major project that will showcase your talent and abilities.
Yes. The JMC Academy is registered and regulated by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) which is Australia's independent national regulator of the higher education sector, both public and private.
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JMC gave me the opportunity to meet like minded people and grow as a creative. The lecturers are fantastic! Their passion for the industry was infectious, making me strive for my best.


Rachael Tannous

VFX Supervisor, Sony Pictures
Animation Alumni

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The selection of lecturers who were industry based and able to impart a lot of impressive knowledge allowed me to get a foothold within the entertainment industry.

Mitchell Pasquini
Senior Character Rigger at Kapow Pictures
Animation Alumni

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My favourite aspect of the degree was engaging with industry professionals. Picking the brains of the JMC lecturers who have broad and relevant experience.

Thomas Fisher
Digital Resources Administrator, Animal Logic
Animation Alumni

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I found the small class sizes at JMC were very helpful for me. It was easier to get help from my lecturer and I got to better know and connect with my classmates. 

Erika Wu
Animator, Studio Moshi
Animation Alumni

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My internship at Cutting Edge came about through a JMC lecturer. Turns out what they tell you about networking is a thing!

Daniel Springall
Freelance 3D Character Rigger
Animation Alumni

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