Is uni of Hertfordshire 2D animation really as intensive as they say?

I got an offer and I really want to go but I'm worried the workload would be too much from what I've heard.. anyone who is currently a student or graduated that can give me their opinions?

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aspalax

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I would consider if entering an industry known for being incredibly competitive that is currently in decline due to mass layoffs across tech is definitely what you want to do if you are concerned about the workload at university.

And yes- I'm aware this a bit of a harsh take and I generally try to give people options, so with that said, these are some questions/suggestions that might help you.

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Have you considered what your career path might look like after university?

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Have you considered backup plans for if that ideal path doesn't work out?

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Do you know what skills/software/qualifications etc you need to have/be familiar with for both your option A and backup plans?

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Are you familiar with the industry, do you keep up to date with industry news?

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Have you spoken to, or attempted to reach out to speak with, anyone who currently works in the kind of role you would like to do/ in an adjacent role/industry?

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What has reading information online/speaking to people in related positions/being well informed about the job you want to do told you about the demands of working in that role? Is that something you are prepared to do?

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How have you been handling your current qualification? Have you found the workload of your current qualification comfortably challenging, or have you repeatedly struggled to meet deadlines?

I think if you can confidently answer positively to all(or even most) of that - your fear of not being able to keep up is unfounded, and you are probably just a more anxious person - don't worry, you're most likely going to be ok, but need to be prepared for it to be a challenge.

And if not, then I'd consider A) trying to do some of those things to better inform yourself about what you're getting into, B) considering if there might be other things you need to work on before going to university, or if this is the right course for you. Even though I'm well aware that won't be what you want to hear.

Happy to help if you have any other Qs. I am not a Hertfordshire grad but I graduated from a games course and work in the videogame industry and close friends with several anim grads from various courses around the country who have repeatedly struggled to get studio jobs.

Reply 2

moid

Aspalax is totally correct. The course is hard (so is the industry!) Not because we are nasty people (we're quite friendly!) but because we know the level you have got to get to in order to be employable in only 3 years. Most of our competitor courses in Europe are now 4 and 5 years long in duration to teach students to be at a professional level; we have to do this in 3 years. So you either accept that if you come here (and you have to get in first!) we will teach you more than you can imagine (and that will be hard work) or you go somewhere nice and easy... you'll get a degree of course... but whether you'll know enough to get anything more than a nice piece of paper is another thing.

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