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3D Animation & VFX for Film

Advanced Diploma

Visual effects artists, animators and compositors create the fantastic worlds, superhuman feats and spectacular imagery that you see on the big (and small) screen. AIE's 3D Animation and Visual Effects for Film program runs over two years, full-time and is designed to get you into these industries. It is a practical course designed to give the best technical training using the latest, state-of-the-art technology.

This course has been written in consultation with leading film and visual effects studios, enabling you to complete impressive film projects that showcase your skills and create a professional show-reel to impress potential employers.

Ben Davis Monochrome | AIE Graduate Success

“AIE gave me the specific tools to learn what I needed to know to get into the games industry. AIE taught me a valuable skill set which I have been able to apply to my career”

Ben Davis

Lead Character Artist
Splash Damage

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What makes AIE different?

Practical Skills

AIE has impressive workplace connections. Develop skills demanded by industry

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Nurturing the practical skills and experience required to succeed

MULTIPLE AWARD WINNERS

AIE is Australia’s most awarded 3D animation, game design and visual FX educator

GRADUATE SUCCESS

AIE Graduates work on the top games and films worldwide

About AIE

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) is Australia's most awarded 3D animation, game design and visual FX educator. Created as a non-profit organisation to grow the creative digital sector, AIE pioneered the development of specialist game qualifications and continues to innovate through industry partnerships and dynamic teaching.

AIE courses are practical, career-focused and delivered by industry experienced teachers in a seriously fun and creatively-demanding studio environment. AIE and its graduates have won many awards over the years including twice being named the Australian Small Training Provider of the Year (2007 and more recently in 2016).

Vinessa Mayer | AIE Graduate

“AIE has proved to be an invaluable catalyst for my career. The industry veteran teachers and staff went above and beyond. I would not be anywhere near where I am if it wasn't for my AIE family.”

Vinessa Mayor

Visual Effects Artist
Bungie

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