Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Media, Design en IT
Software 2D Motion Graphics 38185/3527/2526/1/32
Study guide

Software 2D Motion Graphics

38185/3527/2526/1/32
Academic year 2025-26
Is found in:
  • Bachelor of Graphical and Digital Media, programme stage 2
    Programme option:
    • Labs jaar 2 sem 4: MDL
  • Microcredential in de grafische en digitale Media
    Programme option:
    • 2D
    • Motion
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
  • exam contract (to obtain a credit).
  • exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Co-ordinator: Joosen Isabelle
Other teaching staff: Peeters Andreas, Rubberecht Pieter
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Semester 2
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 15.03.2026 (2nd semester)
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation/tolerance: This course unit is eligible for deliberation/tolerance according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 78,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

Materialize
You create a technically correct character rig from a supplied figure according to professional standards. 
You produce a kinetic typography animation that is visually and rhythmically tuned to an audio clip.
You apply expressions to automate and optimise parameters within animations.
You design a 2D character set in multiple perspectives with rigging and animation in mind.
You improve the technical quality of basic designs using effects, layer styles and adjustment layers.
You reconstruct a character animation based on a tutorial that you process into a technically correct and detailed animation.
You implement an automated walk cycle on a self-designed, rigged character within an animated scene.
You integrate infographic elements into a video via motion tracking.
You add a sound mix to an animated scene in which the sound realistically and synchronously supports the animation.
You apply typographic design principles purposefully to increase the impact of your animation

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials36,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours42,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodSkills assessment permanently during class weeks (Permanent evaluation)100,00
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodSkills assessment during the examination series100,00