Heya KMeep,
Sorry I won't be able to help with your queries directly, but hopefully I can bump this post for you if nothing else! I currently study BA(Hons) Photography at Plymouth College of Art, which is a specific Art and Design institution.
PCA offers a range of courses from Glass to Game Arts, including
BA(Hons) Animation. Our course allows you to explore all areas of Animation, including 2D and 3D, as well as allowing you to practise art in a broader sense, with open work areas to encourage students to try out other practices as well as the discipline that they study in. Our website gives in-depth information about the course structure and modules, as well as examples of current students work and our Alumni.
Personally, I think that studying at an institution full of artists and designers is wonderful, you always have that in common with the people you pass in the hallways and it definitely gives a great sense of creative community. We are encouraged to explore other areas that we may not have considered before, and we also encouraged to collaborate with students across the college.
Please let me know if you'd like more information or if you want to know more about my experiences or any general questions, as I am happy to share with you and will try to answer any questions that you may have.
Hope this helps,
Harriet
Second Year BA(Hons) Photography Student and Student Ambassador at Plymouth College of Art