Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA) · Lauree magistrali
Laurea magistrale in Computer Animation and Visual Effects
Overview
Two-year, 120 CFA second-level course in computer animation and visual effects covering 3D animation, compositing, motion design, directing and production; taught in Italian in Rome.
- Official program name
- Laurea magistrale in Computer Animation and Visual Effects
- Awarded degree
- Laurea magistrale in Computer Animation and Visual Effects (diploma accademico di secondo livello, AFAM)Master's · Diploma Accademico di secondo livelloSource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Qualification classification
- Degree-equivalent qualificationNational framework: AFAM second level, 120 CFAAFAM second-level course titled laurea magistrale on the school site; 120 academic credits (CFA) over two years.A differently titled qualification that official sources place in the bachelor's, master's or doctoral cycle or that confers a degree grade. It keeps its own official title.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Degree-awarding body
- The institution itself unless stated otherwise on its official page.
- Country
- Italy
- Teaching language
- ItalianSource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- School
- Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Location
- Roma, Lazio, Italy
- Delivery
- On campusClasses, studios and productions meet in person on campus.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Required attendance
- Regular campus attendanceStudents attend classes and studios on campus throughout the program.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Study intensity
- Not published
- Duration
- 2 anniSource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Credits and credit system
- 120 CFACredits (system as published) — not directly interchangeable with other countries' systems.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Start
- ottobreSource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
Specializations
| Specialization | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Animation | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
| 2D Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
| 3D Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
| Animation and VFX | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
Why this degree is listed
Second-level AFAM course whose title is Computer Animation and Visual Effects (animation together with VFX).
Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026We list verified animation degrees only — no certificates, short courses or generic degrees with a few animation modules. Eligibility rules
Curriculum, pathways and faculty
Graduation film, thesis or capstone
Culminating requirement: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Faculty listed by the program
Faculty list: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Software, equipment and costs
Software
| Software | Status | As published |
|---|---|---|
| Nuke | Taught | Compositing tools are studied with Nuke.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
| Maya | Taught | 3D design tools are studied on Maya.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
| Toon Boom | Taught | Traditional and digital 2D animation is taught with Toon Boom.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
Equipment, computers and facility access
Equipment and facility access: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Published equipment and software costs
Equipment and software costs: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Admissions
Portfolio and submission materials
| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Required | A portfolio is listed among the admission requirements.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
Other requirements
- Prior qualification
- RequiredItalian students: laurea triennale or equivalent title.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Language proficiency
- RequiredEU and non-EU applicants need a certified B2 level in the language of the course.Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
Tests
Test policy: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Deadlines
Application deadlines: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Tuition and fees
| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All students — Italian-language course, by ISEE income band (second-level courses table)From the school's rate table for this levelRule: Amount depends on the family's ISEE band; non-EU students use only the band above 150 (except Turkey). | EUR 8,000 – EUR 14,800 | (basis not stated by the school)Source: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026 |
Mandatory institutional fees
- Admission exam fee (Italian students)
- EUR 50 entire programMandatorySource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
- Regional tax for the right to university study (DISCO)
- EUR 140 per academic yearMandatorySource: unirufa.it · verified October 14, 2026
Funding
Funding not verified
Funding policy: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
Sources and verification
- unirufa.it/offerta-formativa/corsi-accademici-di-secondo-livello/ — Official program page, verified October 14, 2026
- unirufa.it/offerta-formativa/corsi-accademici-di-secondo-livello/computer-animation-and-visual-effec — Official program page, verified October 14, 2026
- unirufa.it/orientamento/rette-e-agevolazioni-economiche/ — Official program page, verified October 14, 2026
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