2025

What are the top Swedish animation training programs?

Top Professional Animation Training Programs in Sweden - 2025 School Rankings
RankingSchoolCity
1The Game AssemblyMalmo
2PlaygroundSquadFalun

Our 2025 rankings of the top animation training programs in Sweden. 

For this ranking we only consider professional training programs, that is, non-degree programs such as certificate, diploma, and similar programs that are not formal 4-year bachelor's degrees. For an explanation of our ranking criteria, click here.

1. The Game Assembly, Malmo, Sweden
The Game Assembly

The Game Assembly (TGA) is a Houdini Certified School that houses an accelerated 30-month Game Animator program. Students learn and create in an immersive studio-like environment, while spending a third of their time working at a real studio. The program leads to a diploma. Graduates are prepared to pursue advanced roles in animation for films, games, education, television, advertising, and training. 

2. PlaygroundSquad, Falun, Sweden
PlaygroundSquad

PlaygroundSquad is an Unreal Academic Partner that provides vocational programs designed to help graduates secure immediate employment in the games and entertainment industry. An ideal option for students interested in animation is the Game Artist program which explores animation, 3D modeling, concept development, texturing, and more. During the final six months of the program, all students will complete an internship at a game studio in Sweden or abroad. Around 80% of PlaygroundSquad alumni land positions in the games and entertainment industry within six months of graduating.  

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