| Ranking | School | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucerne School of Design | Lucerne |
| 2 | Les Maîtres du Monde | Nyon |
For this ranking we only consider formal degree programs (bachelor's degree or equivalent). For an explanation of our ranking criteria, click here.
Lucerne School of Design, Film and Art is one of the seven schools at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). The oldest College of Art and Design in Central Switzerland, the school provides two paths to study animation: the Film BA with a specialization in Animation and an Animation MA. Students in the BA program may focus in 2D or 3D Animation. Across programs, graduates often land positions at major film and animation studios, game design studios, advertising agencies, museums, television networks, and universities.
Les Maîtres du Monde (MDM) is the first Swiss school to provide training in motion design, virtual worlds, and special effects. Sponsored by Conceptual Designer for The Lord of the Rings John Howe, MDM provides a Bachelor and Master of Digital Art. The undergraduate program has specializations in Virtual Worlds, and Motion Design and Special Effects. The graduate program features masterclasses, led by industry professionals from major productions such as Call of Duty and The Hobbit. Programs culminate with a final project. Graduates are prepared to pursue careers in fields such as animation, live-action film, games, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), television production, and advertising.
