What is Animation?
Animation is the method by which still images are manipulated to create moving images. In traditional animation,
images are drawn or painted by hand on transparent celluloid sheets to be photographed and exhibited on film. Today, many animations are computer animations made with computer-generated imagery.
Universities That Offer Animation In South Africa
University of Stellenbosch
University of Cape Town
University of the Witwatersrand
University of Pretoria
University of KwaZulu-Natal
University of the Free State
How much does it cost to become an animator in South Africa?
| Institute Name | City | Course Fee |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Institute | Cape Town | R 102,500 (per year) |
| University of the Witwatersrand | Johannesburg | R47440 (per year) |
| Open Window | Centurion | R118,800 (full tuition) |
| Vega School JHB | Randburg | R95 000 (total) |
How many years is an animation course?
An associate degree in animation or digital animation usually takes two years of full-time study. A bachelor’s degree or a
A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in animation typically takes four years of full-time study, with the first two years dedicated to general education course requirements.
How do I become an animator in South Africa?
STEP 1: Join Local Animator Supporters.
STEP 2: Join Local Animation Groups.
STEP 3: Enroll At Local Animation School.
How much money do animators make in South Africa?
The average salary for an Animator is ZAR 60,844 per month in South Africa.
Are animators in demand in South Africa?
There is a shortage of highly experienced animators in South Africa – and elsewhere in the world. Some South African-owned animation
studios outsource production to studios in other parts of the world due to this shortage of talent, but it also proves to be cheaper.