Apply to our Motion Designer Program

SWEDISH GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SEATS
INTERNATIONAL SEATS

Check if you are eligible for the government funded seats expand_more expand_less

To be considered a student who qualifies for a Swedish government funded YH education (Yrkeshögskolan) you must fulfil at least one of the following criteria:

1) Be a citizen of Sweden, Iceland, Norway, Denmark, Finland or any of the related territories.
2) Have permanent right of residence in one of the countries mentioned above
3) Have temporary right of residence in Sweden for the full duration of the program. This permit can’t be study or work dependent. You may be asked to upload proof of your right of residence before the program starts.

Note! By program start, August 5, 2024, you must hold a Swedish personal identity number (personnummer), coordination number (samordningsnummer). This also applies to residents of the Nordic countries mentioned above.

Your residency in Sweden must not be dependent on your studies at Hyper Island. Please note that Hyper Island is unable to provide immigration support or sponsorship of any kind to students applying for a Swedish government funded seat.

You must also meet at least one the following entry requirements:

1) applicants need to have at least a high school diploma (“Gymnasieexamen”) or equivalent from Komvux

2) have a Swedish or foreign education that is equivalent to the requirements in item 1

3) resides in Denmark, Finland, Iceland or Norway and are eligible for an equivalent education in that country

4) through Swedish or foreign education, practical experience or in any other way meet the conditions to be granted admission in the program

Applicants applying for a Swedish government funded seat must also meet the following eligibility requirement:

Have basic knowledge of the Swedish language, or any of the other Scandinavian languages (danish, faroese, icelandic or norwegian)*.
- You may be asked to upload proof that you meet the language requirements
  - Proof can include, but is not limited to:
    - Grades from Swedish high school course 2 or 3, alternatively Swedish as a second language 2 or 3, or equivalent course from other Scandinavian countries
    - Proof of completed or enrolled in the SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) course A1 and/or A2, or higher, or equivalent course from other Scandinavian countries. The SFI course, or equivalent from other Scandinavian countries, must be completed by program start.
    - Letter from employer stating the applicant’s knowledge of Swedish or other Scandinavian language gained through work experience or other real life experience.

Sufficient knowledge in a Scandinavian language is needed in order for Hyper Island to help and support students find a successful industry placement (internship= LIA) in Sweden. The industry placement is a required part of the YH program.

More information about entry requirements for government-funded seats in Higher Vocational Schools in Sweden can be found by visiting the Higher Vocational Education (Yrkeshögskolan) website.

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Swedish residents may qualify for financial support (from CSN) while studying. Please check here or contact CSN directly.

Eligible candidates can apply for the newly introduced financial support “Omställningsstudiestöd”.

For those applying from Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Finland and the Faroe Islands, you should contact your local education support provider.

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Successful applicants need to have at least a high school diploma (“Gymnasieexamen”) or a foreign equivalent and have a basic knowledge of Scandinavian language (for more information, please refer to Tab 1). No previous work experience is required.

Studying your last year at high school?

If you have not graduated from high school yet but are on track to graduate in Spring 2024, you can still apply to Hyper Island.

Please ask your school to provide a certificate with your predicted grades and submit that document as your education backup. You will need to send your final grades to us as soon as you receive them.

Send in your application task and documents expand_more expand_less

Our application portal will be open from January 2024 until April 15, 2024.

We do not accept any applications past the deadline.

List of documents you need to attach:

Submit your Application Task.
One-page CV in English.
Proof of education: show that you have completed at least high school, whether that's in Sweden or another country. Click here to see which document you need to upload. We do not require your education documents to be translated.
Please note that some of our programs have additional requirements, so you may need to provide extra supporting materials.
Proof of basic knowledge of the Swedish language, or any of the other Scandinavian languages (Danish, Faroese, Icelandic, or Norwegian). Proof can include, but is not limited to:
- Grades from Swedish high school course 2 or 3, alternatively Swedish as a second language 2 or 3, or equivalent course from other Scandinavian countries
- Proof of completion or enrollment in the SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) course A1 and/or A2, or higher, or equivalent course from other Scandinavian countries. The SFI course, or equivalent from other Scandinavian countries, must be completed by program start.
- Letter from employer stating the applicant’s knowledge of Swedish or other Scandinavian language gained through work experience or other real-life experience.
Sufficient knowledge of a Scandinavian language is needed for Hyper Island to help and support students to find a successful industry placement (internship = LIA) in Sweden. The industry placement is a required part of the YH program.

Attend the Admissions Days expand_more expand_less

You'll be notified and invited to join the second step of our admissions process in May 2024.

Get the final decision expand_more expand_less

You'll be notified with the final decision starting late June. Seats are offered from the reserve list until the end of the third week of school.

Limited seats available for the International seats.

Residence permit requirements expand_more expand_less

Hyper Island will provide the necessary documentation for applications to the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) for students requiring a student residence permit. In order to receive this backup documentation from Hyper Island you must be a fee-paying international student who has gone through the international admissions process with us. If you are unsure about whether you are an international student, please contact us.

Check the entry requirements expand_more expand_less

Successful applicants need to have at least a high school diploma. No previous work experience is required.

Studying your last year at high school?

If you have not graduated from high school yet but are on track to graduate in Spring 2024, you can still apply to Hyper Island.

Please ask your school to provide a certificate with your predicted grades and submit that document as your education backup. You will need to send your final grades to us as soon as you receive them.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following English language proficiency criteria:

IELTS: A minimum overall score of 5.5, with no section scoring below 5.0.
At least a passing grade in a foreign equivalent of English 6 (Swedish high school course).
Proof of previous education in English: Successful completion of studies at an English-speaking institution (high school, vocational school, college, or university).

These requirements ensure students are prepared to succeed in our English-taught programs.

Send in your application task and documents expand_more expand_less

List of documents you need to attach:

Submit your Application Task.
One-page CV in English.
Proof of education: You must have at least a high school diploma.
Please note that some of our programs have additional requirements, so you may need to provide extra supporting materials.

Ready for a new journey? Start today and apply here.

Attend the Digital Admissions Day (DAD) expand_more expand_less

Upon submitting your application, you'll be notified if you have made it to the next round, which is the admissions day. You will be invited to an admissions preparatory meeting to get all your remaining questions answered and we will prepare you for the next step, Digital Admissions Day. This day consists of a personal but informal interview and an interactive group task with other international applicants. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need more information.

Get the final decision expand_more expand_less

If you have successfully gone through the whole admissions process, you will be notified on your admissions decision a week after joining a full Digital Admissions Day.

9 Areas of Study expand_more expand_less

During the Motion Designer program, you will explore 9 courses:

The Hyper Island Journey
The Fundamentals Crafts & Tools of Motion Design
The Professional Path
Exploring Visual Expression in Motion Design
Storytelling for Motion Design
Brand, Concept, Treatment & Production
The Motion studio
Individual Project
Industrial Placement

Industrial Placement expand_more expand_less

Experiential learning is at the core of the Hyper Island methodology, therefore, the Industrial Placement course is an essential part of each program.

The Industrial Placement provides you with opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of your field of specialisation by being in a professional environment with the guidance of industry professionals. This is also referred to as the Industrial Placement or Learning on the Job (LIA).

In a workplace, you have the opportunity to apply and test your knowledge, skills, and competences, and representatives of the Industrial Placement workplace participate actively in the planning and organisation of the Industrial Placement.

Industrial Placement Affiliation Program expand_more expand_less

Each year, students enrolled in the Motion Designer program have the chance to secure placements with companies participating in our Industrial Placement Affiliation Program. This year, we are thrilled to announce that our exceptional companies with a focus on motion design will be hosting interns from our program:

Istudios
Bannerboy
Adme

We eagerly anticipate witnessing the growth and creativity of our talented students throughout their Industrial Placement experiences with these esteemed organizations. So get ready to embark on your journey in the dynamic field of Motion Design.

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"Hyper Island gave me the foundation to approach creative challenges effectively. I gained an understanding of team dynamics and how to manage processes and culture. Focusing on how to work to optimize creativity and feedback within each team."

Linus Hultkrantz

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"Hyper Island was my most eye-opening year to that date. At times terrifyingly challenging – and for the same reasons incredibly rewarding!"

Hanna Reuterwall

Marketing Manager @ Netflix Nordics

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Motion Designer Program

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Program Overview

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The fundamental crafts and tools of Motion Design

Exploring visual expression in Motion Design

Storytelling for Motion Design

Brand, concept, treatment & production

The Motion Studio

EXPERIENCE

The Hyper Island Way™

Real world ready

Seize your potential

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Linus Hultkrantz

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