The Animation School

The Animation School The Animation School offers a three-year full time Animation Diploma - leading specialist animation training institution in South Africa. Enjoy.

A proud member of Honoris United Universities Hello and welcome to what could just be your exciting future in 3D-Animation and Visual Effects! Given the ever-changing nature of the thrilling animation industry, the learning curve is becoming increasingly steep. And the days of self-taught hopefuls breaking into the business without any formal training are over. The Animation School is Africa’s lea

ding higher education institution specialising in Animation. We are a registered private higher education institution with the Department of Higher Education in South Africa, and are internationally recognised as one of the top 25 institutions in the world, by international career review. As a third-year student of the school you will get to work on ad hoc projects alongside industry colleagues to gain very real on-the-job training and experience. Something potential employers will expect - and something you can’t learn from a textbook. Practical training like ours is now more important than ever before. Our curriculum has also been designed to give you a powerful command of the current tools and techniques used in Animation and Visual Effects production. But most importantly, the 3-year programme will heighten your aesthetic senses and push your artistic development even further. Thank you for taking the time to consider us. This site is jam packed with a lot of important information and excellent student work so read it closely. We also suggest that you catch our presentation. Click “play video” to watch it.

🎨 ROAD TO ANNECY | Proof That Great Stories Keep Moving ForwardThe journey doesn't end at graduation—it evolves.Congratu...
17/06/2026

🎨 ROAD TO ANNECY | Proof That Great Stories Keep Moving Forward
The journey doesn't end at graduation—it evolves.
Congratulations to Peter Tshangase, a 2025 Johannesburg alumnus of The Animation School, on receiving NFVF funding to attend Annecy International Animation Film Festival & MIFA 2026.
Peter's Character Concept & Story Pitch secured his place among South Africa's emerging animation talent selected for this prestigious international opportunity.
Seeing our graduates continue to achieve recognition beyond the classroom is a testament to the passion, dedication, and creative excellence that drive our industry forward.
We can't wait to see where Peter's creative journey leads next.

🎨 ROAD TO ANNECY | Every Great Character Starts with an IdeaBig ideas. Bold characters. Global opportunities.Congratulat...
16/06/2026

🎨 ROAD TO ANNECY | Every Great Character Starts with an Idea
Big ideas. Bold characters. Global opportunities.
Congratulations to Wendy Visser, a 3rd-year student at The Animation School Cape Town, who has received NFVF funding to attend Annecy International Animation Film Festival & MIFA 2026.
Wendy's Character Concept & Story Pitch stood out among submissions, earning her the chance to showcase South African creativity on one of the animation industry's most prestigious international stages.
Behind every memorable animated world is a powerful story waiting to be told. Wendy's achievement is a reminder that great concepts can open doors across the globe.
We're excited to follow her journey as she takes another step toward a future in the international animation industry.

This Youth Day, we celebrate the bold ideas, creativity and passion of our students — the storytellers shaping tomorrow’...
16/06/2026

This Youth Day, we celebrate the bold ideas, creativity and passion of our students — the storytellers shaping tomorrow’s animation industry.

Every sketch, every frame and every late-night render is part of a journey driven by imagination and purpose.

To the young creators finding their voice and bringing new worlds to life: this is your time.

Keep creating. Keep growing. Keep telling stories only you can tell.

🎬 ROAD TO ANNECY | From Classroom Frames to Global ScreensFrom Johannesburg to the world's biggest animation stage!Congr...
15/06/2026

🎬 ROAD TO ANNECY | From Classroom Frames to Global Screens
From Johannesburg to the world's biggest animation stage!
Congratulations to Jone’ Donovan, a 3rd-year student at The Animation School Johannesburg, on receiving NFVF funding to attend Annecy International Animation Film Festival & MIFA 2026.
Jone’ earned this incredible opportunity through a standout short animated scene submission, demonstrating the creativity, storytelling, and technical skill that continue to define the next generation of South African animators.
As Annecy approaches, we're proud to see our students representing South Africa on an international platform and sharing their creative voices with the global animation industry.
The journey from classroom projects to international recognition starts with a single frame. Keep creating, keep pushing boundaries, and keep dreaming big.

🎬 ROAD TO ANNECY BEGINS ✨This year, legendary filmmaker Brad Bird will be unveiling footage from his highly anticipated ...
13/06/2026

🎬 ROAD TO ANNECY BEGINS ✨
This year, legendary filmmaker Brad Bird will be unveiling footage from his highly anticipated new film, Ray Gunn, at Annecy. Known for iconic works that have inspired generations of animators, his words remind us that living a real life matters.
As we count down to the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, we're taking inspiration from the artists and storytellers shaping the future of animation.
It's up to us people.
🎞️ Follow along on our journey.

Our friends Sunrise Animation Studios (home to many of our incredible graduates) produced an absolutely phenomenal film ...
12/06/2026

Our friends Sunrise Animation Studios (home to many of our incredible graduates) produced an absolutely phenomenal film last year, called David.
David is now streaming on Netflix, and this is a call to action to the entire TAS community, students, graduates and our extended industry family alike. Sunrise has spent decades investing in South African talent, creating opportunities for artists, storytellers and animators. They have shown up for their community time and time again. Now it's our turn to show up for them.
So, stream David. Tell your friends. Tell your family. Get your pets involved if necessary. (swipe to the side to see a TAS staff member's pet watching David for the 6th time to help the cause 😄).
Let's rally behind local animation and help get David back where it belongs: #1 on Netflix South Africa.
Show up for your tribe. Show up for local animation.

🐣✨ EARLY BIRD SPECIAL NOW OPEN ✨🐣Why wait until the last minute when you can apply early and save?Applicants who registe...
12/06/2026

🐣✨ EARLY BIRD SPECIAL NOW OPEN ✨🐣

Why wait until the last minute when you can apply early and save?

Applicants who register for our Full-Time Diploma in Digital Animation on or before 31 August 2026 will qualify to:

💸 Study in 2027 while paying 2026 tuition fees – saving up to R7 000.

That means you can lock in your studies at a lower rate while securing your place for next year.

If you’ve been thinking about a future in animation, character design, storytelling, or VFX — this is your sign to apply early and save. 🎨🎬

📍 Study in-contact or online
📩 Applications are open now: https://bit.ly/3Rubqw2

T&Cs apply.

From Africa to the world's biggest screens.Our third-year students recently had the privilege of receiving feedback on t...
11/06/2026

From Africa to the world's biggest screens.

Our third-year students recently had the privilege of receiving feedback on their films from Sidney Kombo, Senior Animator at Wētā FX.
His insights, experience, and encouragement provided valuable guidance for our students as they continue developing their craft.
We're proud to celebrate not only Sidney's incredible achievements, but also the growing impact of African talent within the global animation industry.
Thank you, Sidney, for inspiring the next generation of animators.

11/06/2026

Real objects. Real movement. Real magic.

🎥 Intro to Stop Motion - starts 11 July 2026

Create frame-by-frame animation using physical materials and bring stories to life in a hands-on way.

Start creating. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3FvJiGr

09/06/2026

Love drawing? Love storytelling?

Turn it into something real.

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4daOWMH for the 1 Year 2D Animation Specialisation Course (launching February 2027) and start building your creative future.

Limited space. Don’t wait.

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