Semesters 1-5
Description of course content for each semester - and examination facts
The education program consists of 5 semesters divided into the following units:
Semester 1: 3D Advanced Plus
In this first semester, 3D Advanced Plus, the students are introduced to Maya, the main software program used throughout the entire education program. Topics of focus include character modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering. rigging and character animation.
- This semester places a great deal of emphasis on technical aspects.
Semester 2: 3D Specializing
This semester deals with more advanced work on topics such as character modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, compositing and animation. For the second half of the semester, students choose to specialize in one of the following: Animation, modeling & texturing or Technical director. Students conclude the semester by completing a group project within their chosen area of specialization.
- This semester places a great deal of emphasis on artistic aspects.
Semester 3: Mastering 3D Art
In Mastering 3D Art the focus is on individual projects at the master level. Students develop previous projects which are polished for inclusion in the final show reel. Work is concentrated on producing the show reel, as it will be needed in future when the student seeks practical work experience as a trainee.
Semester 4: Trainee
The student completes 12 weeks of practical work experience in a Danish or international company.
Semester 5: Trainee
The student completes the last 12 weeks of practical work experience in a Danish or international company, while the student also puts the finishing touches on his or her show-reel.
Jimmy Levinsky (Student at TRUEMAX academy)
Examination facts
Education (school) part / semester 1-3
The education program requires the successful completion of at least 3 tests. The tests are held at the end of each semester in both the theoretical and the practical segments of the education program.
The tests:
- Consist of both theoretical and practical assignments.
- Are followed up with personal evaluation interviews throughout the entire period of study.
- Grading is carried out according to the Danish grading scale (13-point scale).
Trainee part / semester 4-5
In order to complete his or her practical work experience, the student must:
- Finish the practical segment .
- Obtain a positive evaluation from the workplace in which the practical work experience took place.
Retaking semesters
The education program is normally completed in a standard time frame of 2½ years after the program commences. Students who do not meet the necessary professional level within that time frame have the possibility of retaking the required semesters as well as the examination.
TRUEMAX academy has never experienced students having requested long extensions of the study period to complete their education.
The TRUEMAX academy certificate
Students who have completed the combined tests with a grade of over 6 and who have completed their practical work experience satisfactorily will receive an English-language certificate attesting to their successful completion of the program. The core elements covered throughout the education appear on the actual certificate.
The students graduate with the title of 3D Digital Artist or 3D Game Artist.
These semesters conclude with a show reel, portfolio and industry contacts.
Take a look at 3. semesters animation showreel (presentation material before the trainee semesters).
Alexandra (Sasha) Ciolac (Student at TRUEMAX academy)
