30 Total Modules
Build the skills that make you a top professional.
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18 Months Advanced diploma
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Study On Campus at ICCA Creative Academy
Gain real experience and become a top creative professional.
Formats: Full-time studio, Part-time evenings, Hybrid creative lab
Interactive Storytelling
Narrative Design
Camera Movement
Cinematic Composition
Concept Rendering
Visual Effects & Post-Production
Lighting & Rendering Techniques
Digital Illustration
UI/UX Design for Games and Apps
Investor Pitching
Project Management for Animation Studios
What's included
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Oct 2025
Present your animations and game projects at industry events and digital showcases to gain real-world exposure and recognition
Overview
Often, aspiring animators and game designers take the long, local route with little industry exposure, spending years trying to break into studios or build a name. At ICCA, we work like a creative production studio connecting you to real projects, studios, and industry mentors who guide your growth. Our training is entrepreneurial and hands-on: you learn directly from professionals, create commercial-ready work, and gain portfolio experience that makes you employable and in-demand from day one.
Tools used
Unreal Engine
Unity
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Animate
Adobe After Effects
Blender
Autodesk Maya
Prepare for a career as a Game Designer
Other Professional tools used in course
Advanced diploma - 30 modules series
Launch your career in animation and game design, from foundational skills to professional studio practice, in 1–18 months with no prior experience required. Learn character design, 2D and 3D animation, game environment creation, motion graphics, and creative entrepreneurship, plus electives in photography, video editing, graphic design, and content creation. Gain hands-on experience through projects like short films, animated reels, interactive game demos, storyboards, and digital portfolios. Build your creative brand, collaborate with industry mentors, and prepare for entry-level to advanced roles in animation, gaming, and digital media.
Become an Animation & Game Design Expert in 18 Months
Master the art of storytelling, character creation, and interactive world-building. This 18-month program guides you from beginner to professional level through hands-on projects and real-world industry experience.
Stage 1: Foundations (1–3 Months)
Learn the core principles of 2D animation, character anatomy, and motion. Understand basic game design logic, level planning, and digital illustration. Create your first short 2D animation clip and character sheet.
Stage 2: Interactive Storytelling (3–6 Months)
Move into 3D design using Blender or Maya. Explore environment modeling, motion graphics, and visual storytelling for games. Produce an animated short with sound integration or a simple interactive game prototype.
Stage 3: Studio Practice & Cinematic Production (6–12 Months)
Advance your workflow with Unity or Unreal Engine, character rigging, and compositing. Develop full-scene animations, game environments, and playable demos. Build a polished portfolio with cinematic animation projects and game assets.
Stage 4: Creative Direction & Industry Integration (12–18 Months)
Lead full creative productions and manage animation or game projects from concept to launch. Gain mentorship, produce a final animated short or game prototype, and showcase your creations at professional industry events and digital platforms for global exposure.
Our 18-month animation and game design program is built around intensive, hands-on studio work with real industry exposure.
Practical Training (1,440–1,560 hrs): Learn 2D and 3D animation, character modeling, motion graphics, and game development using tools like Blender, Maya, and Unreal Engine through daily studio practice.
Studio & Industry Projects (240–360 hrs): Collaborate on live briefs, animation shorts, and playable game demos with professional guidance.
Theory & Business Studies (240–360 hrs): Explore storytelling, creative entrepreneurship, and digital content marketing for games and animation.
Portfolio & Creative Projects (180–200 hrs): Build a complete portfolio including showreels, concept art, and game prototypes for your personal brand.
This immersive structure ensures every student gains production mastery, industry visibility, and creative independence.
At ICCA, we provide an engaging on-campus learning experience supported by e-learning tools. Students can choose from flexible options 3-month, 6-month, or 18-month short certificate programs designed to fit their goals while mastering animation, game design, and creative storytelling skills used in the global entertainment industry.
At ICCA, we provide an engaging on-campus learning experience supported by e-learning tools. Students can choose from flexible options — 3-month (₦214,000), 6-month (₦420,000), 1-year (₦850,000), or 18-month (₦1,800,000) short certificate programs — designed to fit their goals while mastering animation, game design, and creative storytelling skills used in the global entertainment industry.
Graduates of ICCA’s Animation & Game Design course unlock diverse career paths in animation, game development, motion graphics, and digital media production. You can pursue roles such as 2D/3D Animator, Game Designer, Character Artist, Motion Graphics Designer, Storyboard Artist, Visual Effects Artist, or Level Designer.
Many graduates go on to build their own creative studios, freelance for international clients, or join top animation and gaming companies. The program equips you with both the technical expertise and industry exposure to thrive in Nigeria’s growing digital industry and the global creative economy.
Instructors
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RAMONE RUSSELL
Animator
“I loved how practical the course was. We didn’t just learn theory; we actually designed characters, animated scenes, and built small playable levels.”
Mariam K.
“The 6-month program gave me confidence to freelance in animation. I learned storytelling, motion graphics, and how to use professional software like Blender and Unreal.”
Tunde O
“The 18-month track was intense but worth it. By graduation, I had a strong portfolio and a short film that helped me land my first studio internship.”
Adaeze N
It’s a creative training program that teaches animation, 3D modeling, and game design for the global entertainment industry.
Students can choose 3-month, 6-month, 1-year, or 18-month short certificate programs based on their career goals.
3 months – ₦214,000
6 months – ₦420,000
1 year – ₦850,000
18 months – ₦1,800,000
No. The program starts from the basics and gradually introduces drawing, animation, and game creation tools.
Students train with industry tools such as Blender, Maya, Photoshop, Unity, Unreal Engine, and Adobe After Effects.
Classes are fully on-campus, supported by e-learning tools for extra practice and assignments.
Yes. Students complete several short films, character animations, and interactive game demos.
Yes. Every graduate earns an ICCA Short Certificate in Animation & Game Design.
Yes. The program allows you to focus more on either animation or game development during project phases.
Graduates can work as animators, 3D artists, game designers, motion graphics artists, or independent creators.
Yes. Industry mentors visit campus for reviews, workshops, and creative guidance.
Absolutely. It’s designed for both beginners and learners with some experience in art or design.
You can apply online or visit the ICCA campus to register and choose your preferred study duration.
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“From zero experience to creating my own 3D game demo — ICCA made it possible. The tutors are patient, and the studio sessions feel like working in a real game studio.”
Chijioke A Animator Student