Diploma • AGN301

Animation 12-Month Diploma

A year-long, studio-focused program that brings stories to life through motion. Students would learn to master character animation, 3D modeling, visual storytelling, and sound design, while developing advanced workflows and completing projects that build a professional demo reel and polished portfolio ready for studios, freelance work, or interactive media.

Duration: 12 Months
Mode: On-Campus Learning
Qualification: Diploma
Requirements: O level

Over View

A year-long, studio-focused diploma that brings stories to life through motion. Students would learn advanced animation techniques, 3D modeling, visual storytelling, and sound design while building a professional demo reel and creative portfolio.

  • Start Date: February 14th 2026
  • Duration: 12 Months
  • Certificate: AGN301

Student Showcase

Modules & Core Projects

Bonus Module –Drawing & Illustration

Advanced Character Sheets and Expressions

Students would learn how to create characters that feel alive and expressive. This develops their ability to convey emotion, personality, and movement through poses and facial expressions, which is essential for engaging storytelling in animation.

Environment Design and Perspective Drawing

Students would learn to design immersive, believable environments and master perspective drawing. This builds spatial awareness and scene composition skills, helping students create worlds that feel realistic and visually compelling.

Storyboarding for Cinematic Sequences

Students would learn how to plan and visualize sequences through storyboarding. This helps them structure narratives effectively, anticipate animation challenges, and communicate their ideas clearly before production begins.

Bonus Module – Creative Entrepreneurship

Building a Creative Studio or Freelance Brand

Students would learn how to establish a professional identity in the animation industry. This develops their ability to create a recognizable brand, which is essential for attracting clients, collaborators, and potential employers in a competitive creative market.

Client Acquisition and Project Pitching

Client Acquisition and Project Pitching
Students would learn techniques for securing freelance projects or studio contracts. This builds confidence in presenting and pitching ideas persuasively, while also teaching negotiation skills to turn creative work into real-world opportunities.

Marketing Funnels and Monetization Strategies

Students would learn how to promote and monetize their creative work effectively. This helps them understand practical strategies for reaching wider audiences, generating income from projects, and sustaining a successful career in animation or interactive media.

Career Path

Month 1-2: Foundations

Students would learn the core principles of animation, including character modeling, 3D environment basics, and motion fundamentals. This develops technical confidence and a strong foundation, allowing them to approach both 2D and 3D projects with skill and understanding

Month 3-6: Experimentation & Intermediate Production

Students would learn to explore creative storytelling, interactive worlds, and motion graphics. This encourages experimentation with narrative development, sound integration, and visual effects, helping them discover their unique creative style and refine technical skills.

Months 6–12: Advanced Studio Practice & Professional Preparation

Students would learn advanced animation workflows, including game engine integration, complex character rigs, and visual effects compositing. They would also finalize a professional portfolio and demo reel through projects like animated shorts or game environment mockups, preparing them for client presentations, studio submissions, or freelance opportunities.

Elective Opportunities

At the six- to twelve-month stage, students would have the opportunity to select two additional creative courses from other programs. Options like Digital Photography, Graphic & Web Design, or Video Editing allow students to expand their creative toolkit and enhance storytelling across multiple mediums. Each elective is designed to strengthen visual communication, presentation skills, and professional polish, helping students’ animation work stand out in studios, freelance projects, or interactive media platforms.

Elective Modules (Choose 2):

Fees & Payment

Flexible payment plans are available. Contact admissions to discuss scholarships and installments.

  • One-time payment option
  • Installments over 3 months
  • Pay up to 70% Tuition

Tuition

₦880,000

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