| Have an eye for design and a taste for tech? Then consider a degree in computer animation. What used to be a simple field has expanded into an industry with stakes in movies, video games, TV, and web design. Whether it's Disney and Pixar's "Cars" or the latest game from Blizzard, computer animation is at the forefront of new media. And with more colleges and universities offering certificates and degrees in computer animation, the variety of specialized courses has also gone on the rise -- helping to boost students' credentials in the process.That's because computer animation isn't just about moving characters or realistic polygons, anymore; it's about telling a story in a whole new way. Some degree programs -- such as for video game design -- will take computer animation to the next level by offering courses in storytelling in addition to their traditional technical instruction. It's the perfect combination if you're interested in getting a career in the industry or even starting your own studio. If you're more interested in the technical aspects of computer animation consider a career in special effects. Using computer animation, special effects wizards have made lasers zap in "Star Wars" and fires blaze in "Ghost Rider."So, come on. Why not get your game on with a computer animation degree? |
