About The Major
UVU now offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Animation and Game Development. This degree affords students the opportunity to gain skills that are central to contemporary industry best practices, with a focus on aesthetics, scripting, and modeling. Animation and Game Development is a limited-enrollment program.
Animation & Game Design
Animation & Game Development, BS
Prepares students for Digital Animation and Game Development related work. It includes courses relevant to working in the animation and gaming industry.
Animation & Game Development Program Information
Animation & Game Development Advising Sheet 2019-20
Animation & Game Development Flow Chart 2019-20
Animation & Game Development Portfolio Requirements
“Also a plus: they try hard to ensure that a graduating student has a good chance of getting a job after graduating. They help find internships, do tours of potential employers, etc.”
— Matt Jones
Submitting a successful portfolio
Students wishing to become part of the Animation and Game Development Program will need to submit a portfolio of work after completing first year core classes.
A Successful DGM 1620 Portfolio
The following are examples of sketchbook pages and a finished animation from DGM 1620, representing students that successfully applied for the program here at UVU. These define the standard expected by those who complete DGM 1620, and are selected to be a part of the sophomore cohort.
An example of a first block animation assignment. During the first block, students concentrate on exercises that help them understand animation principles.
An example of a second block animation assignment. During the second block, students apply the principles they have learned in short animated scenes that tell mini-stories.
Need some guidance?
To learn more schedule an appointment with one of our faculty, or one of the Digital Media department's advisors. Email to schedule an appointment with an Advisors: Marianna Henry (last names A-Ha); Brad Roundy (last names Hb-L); Joyce Porter (last names M-Z) contact for each.
The academic advisor office is located in CS 635. You can call 801-863-8648 and the admin can schedule a time for you to meet or talk with an advisor over the phone.
Have you been admitted to UVU? If no, please visit the UVU Admissions website.
