Julien Rashti Animator at MPC

Julien Rashti

Congratulations to BNU graduate Julien Rashti, who is working as an animator at MPC, one of the UK's leading animation and VFX houses, responsible for hits such as "Jungle Book" and "the Lion King".


Julien took our MA in 3D Animation at Bucks, graduating in 2018.  Since then he has worked on animated film such as Disenchanted, Pinocchio, and the forthcoming Snow White - due out in 2024. 

While at BNU Julien learned the art and craft of character and creature animation, polishing his demo reel and preparing himself for a career in industry. 

"Mouse: Impossible" Wins "Best Super Short"

"Best Super Short" at the Future of Film Awards

Congratulations to BNU animation student Robin Herrmann, whose short film "Mouse: Impossible" has won "Best Super Short Film" at the Future of Film Awards.

"Mouse: Impossible" was written, produced and directed by Robin, currently studying for his MA in 3D Animation at Bucks.   

"Mouse: Impossible"  was completed during the course of Robin's studies at BNU; this is the film's fourth festival award.

Should BNU Graduates Work as Runners?

Running - is it just about making coffee?

Should our animation graduates work as runners? Working as a runner is a standard entry-level position in our industry, but is it really necessary?  And should our students and graduates do it - or perhaps hold out for a more creative entry-level role?

Here at BNU we support our students who take running positions.  Running isn't glamorous, but it can - and often does - lead to better things.  

Hang in there, put up with a bit of drudgery, and it can pay big dividends. 

Return of Graduation Day at BNU

Graduation Day at BNU

Graduation Day is back! After a long hiatus, in-person graduation has returned  to High Wycombe, at long last.  

Graduation Day for our animation graduates took place at Bucks last week from 5-9th September 2022.

Last week we welcomed our newest animation graduates to come and celebrate their achievement.

BNU Aid Film "Best Micro Film" Golden Eagle Fest

"Best Micro Short" at Golden Eagle Indie Film Festival

Congratulations to the makers of the short film "What is Wrong With The Global Development Organisation?" which has won "Best Micro Short" film at the Golden Eagle Indie Film Festival.

Directed by Monika Dzikowicz, the two minute micro-documentary tells the story of an aid organisation which has lost sight of its founding principles.  It was made under the aegis of Nano Films, our film co-operative. 

MA animation Joining Instructions Sept 2022

It will soon be time for our new MA Animation students at Bucks to get started, with formal teaching beginning on 26 September 2022.  

Below are some Joining Instructions for our students starting with us on the Online MA in 3D Animation.

"Float Folks" Wins Best Trailer at WIFA

"Best Trailer" at the World International Film Festival

Congratulations to the makers of "The Float Folks", the short teaser/trailer made at BNU by our animation students, which has won "Best Trailer" at the World International Film Awards.

The Float Folks is a trailer for an animated TV Series created by Ian Foyle and directed by Monika Dzikowicz.  The Float Folks has won many festival awards.

"Journey of Life" Wins "Best Micro Short" Award

Many congratulations to BNU student Robin Herrmann whose short film "Journey of Life" has won award for Best Micro Short at Dreamachine International Film Festival.

"Journey of Life" was written, produced and directed by Robin, currently studying for his MA in 3D Animation at Buckinghamshire New University.   

"Journey of Life" has won many festival awards.