University of Hertfordshire

The University of Hertfordshire offers animation, games art, and visual effects degrees with specialist portfolio requirements. For 2D animation, portfolios are submitted via ArtStation and must include life drawing, frame-by-frame animation, character designs with turnarounds, and perspective environments. This Foliovo guide covers Hertfordshire's animation portfolio requirements.

Which University of Hertfordshire portfolio guides does Foliovo cover?

Animation→ Animation guide

BA (Hons) 2D Animation

Hertfordshire has detailed essential skills requirements including frame-by-frame animation (not tweening), anti-cliché character design guidance, perspective drawing mastery, and an ArtStation portfolio.

13 criteria

BA (Hons) 3D Animation & VFX / Games Art / Comics & Concept Art

Hertfordshire's 3D programmes require at least one month of 3D software experience (Blender recommended), compositing skills for VFX, and the same core drawing requirements as their 2D programme.

13 criteria
Games Art→ Games Art guide

BA (Hons) 3D Games Art and Design

Hertfordshire has the most detailed games art requirements. Life drawing and perspective drawing are both essential. Original character designs in colour with front/back/side/three-quarter views required. Explicit ban on clichéd designs. Recommends Blender for 3D. Real-time 3D artwork in game engines (Unreal/Unity) welcomed. Also values animal studies, painting, and sculpting.

10 criteria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which University of Hertfordshire courses does Foliovo cover portfolio guidance for?

Foliovo currently covers portfolio requirements for 3 courses at University of Hertfordshire: BA (Hons) 2D Animation, BA (Hons) 3D Animation & VFX / Games Art / Comics & Concept Art, BA (Hons) 3D Games Art and Design. University of Hertfordshire offers many other programmes not covered here — more guides are being added.

How do I prepare a portfolio for University of Hertfordshire?

Portfolio requirements vary by course at University of Hertfordshire. Each course linked above has a dedicated Foliovo guide covering the full assessment criteria, what tutors look for, and the most common portfolio mistakes to avoid. You can also upload your portfolio to Foliovo for a free AI review scored against the exact criteria used by the course.

Does University of Hertfordshire require a portfolio for Animation and Games Art?

The Animation and Games Art courses covered by Foliovo at University of Hertfordshire all require a portfolio as part of the application process. The guides above detail the specific submission format, page count requirements, and assessment criteria for each course. Portfolio requirements do change — always check directly with University of Hertfordshire for the most up-to-date guidance before applying.

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