Master of Arts (MA) - Animation Department

General Information about the Department

Founded in 1991 the Fine Art Institute, MA Animation Department was the first MA program in Turkey to focus on animation. The MA program provides students a framework for advanced study in 2D, 3D, stop motion animation and game design. The first-year curriculum strengthens and broadens the students' theoretical and practical knowledge about animation in preparation for the thesis year. The second year covers the thesis process: the completion of a body of creative work, combined with academic research and a short animated film.

Career Opportunities

Our graduates can work as 2D, 3D animators, story and concept artists, character technical directors/riggers, animation producers, texture/lighting technical directors, modelers, stop-motion animators in Turkey and around the world. By combining creativity with an academic career, graduates can also teach at higher education institutions.

Why international students should choose your department to study?

The students who wish to come via an Erasmus or similar exchange programs to the animation department have many opportunities. They can participate in practical courses even if the course language is Turkish and contact department lecturers to ask more details in English. They can use technical equipment and create a network for their future lives by joining the teams in their classes.