Bachelor in 3D Animation and Visualisation

Tuition costs 11,000 USD per year; the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Bachelor in 3D Animation and Visualisation at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is a degree program for students who want to create still images, animations, and visual effects. It's a 3-year program that helps students learn 3D modeling and visual storytelling.

The curriculum includes courses on 3D tools, character rigging, and visual effects. Students also learn about 2D graphics and traditional art, which helps them become well-rounded visual designers. They work on projects with other students, which gives them practical experience.

Graduates can work as 3D animators, visual effects artists, game designers, or architectural visualizers. They can also work in advertising or create VR/AR/XR applications. The skills they learn help them succeed in the fast-changing visual production industry.

Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, founded in 2008, is Finland’s largest university of applied sciences and serves about 17,000 students in the Helsinki metropolitan area. Known for its practical, multidisciplinary approach, Metropolia combines technical, creative and healthcare education with a strong emphasis on innovation. Its campuses are well connected to the city’s business and technology ecosystems, offering an environment that supports applied learning and professional development.

The university provides a wide selection of degree programs across Culture, Business, Health Care and Social Services, and Technology, with 272 distinct programs and numerous English-taught options. Metropolia’s research, development and innovation activities operate through five specialized innovation hubs that link students to industry partners and real-world projects. This structure allows learners to gain hands-on experience, develop problem-solving skills and work on solutions that address current societal challenges.

International students find a welcoming and inclusive community, with extensive support services for orientation, career guidance and integration into the Finnish job market. Modern facilities and strong collaboration with employers make Metropolia a practical choice for those seeking career-oriented higher education in Northern Europe. Its focus on applied research and industry ties helps graduates transition smoothly into professional roles.