Overview

3-D animation is not only a major component in the film and broadcast industries, but it is also a crucial element in online entertainment and a driving force for the gaming industry. Companies use animation in advertisements, websites, and training programs, and the growing use of gaming technologies in education and industry (often referred to as serious games) has given rise to a need for skilled animators who can work closely with business and academic institutions.

Coursework will develop your powers of visualization as well as provide a conceptual basis for visual narrative.

Experience-driven learning

The Graduate Certificate in Animation for Games at Northeastern University offers:

A practice-oriented approach to the art and science of animation, with an emphasis on the special requirements of 3-D modeling and animating for the gaming industry.

Coursework that will develop students’ powers of visualization as well as provide a conceptual basis for visual narrative. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be skilled in the use of industry-standard animation applications, understand visual principles of lighting, modeling and surfacing, and be conversant with motion and special effects compositing.

This program is visa-eligible at Northeastern University campuses in the United States and Canada.

Disclaimer: Visa eligibility may vary by location and individual circumstances. Applicants are responsible for verifying the most up-to-date visa regulations with the relevant visa or immigration agency before applying.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

3D Character Modeling and Rigging
3D Character Animation for Games
Interactive Media Studies
Digital Video Essentials
XR: Virtual and Augmented Reality
Interactive Narrative Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

12 SCH

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Online application
Professional resumé
Unofficial undergraduate transcripts; official transcripts required at the time of admission
The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)
English language proficiency proof. Students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following:
Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date
TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or NU Global Exam scores

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Tuition Fees

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18752 USD / full

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18752 USD / full

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18752 USD / full

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Living costs

Boston

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1560 - 3239 USD / month

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