with U.S. Certification.
NEXT OPEN CALL OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2025
Study in Spain. Learn 100% in English. On-Campus or Online. Practical. Studio-Based.
Full-time training in Digital Arts, Video Games, Film & Animation
with U.S. Certification.
NEXT OPEN CALL OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2025
"I feel like, when I’m going to wake up. Is this a dream? Am I going to wake up at any moment, or am I hallucinating?"
"The training gave me an extreme level compared to the rest of the candidates."
"The breeding ground inside the School is what will generate the motivation in you."
Thousands of creative professionals are doing it
— and so can you.
We’ve designed our programs to bridge the gap between passion and profession. From the very first day, you’ll be learning the workflows, tools and strategies used by the world’s top studios.
Through intensive training, real production projects and a final Accelerator Program, you’ll graduate with a portfolio that opens doors in animation, VFX, games and digital arts.
Career coaching.
3,000+ job offers updated daily.
International certification.
Don't just dream it — make it your reality.
Thousands of creative professionals are doing it
— and so can you.
We’ve designed our programs to bridge the gap between passion and profession. From the very first day, you’ll be learning the workflows, tools and strategies used by the world’s top studios.
Through intensive training, real production projects and a final Accelerator Program, you’ll graduate with a portfolio that opens doors in animation, VFX, games and digital arts.
Career coaching.
3,000+ job offers updated daily.
International certification.
Don't just dream it — make it your reality.
At Universal Arts School, you’ll learn directly from world-class professionals — not just teachers.
Our mentors are senior artists, animators, and directors currently working for major studios like Ubisoft, Netflix, Blizzard, Framestore, and Industrial Light & Magic.
You won’t just study theory. You’ll practice real workflows, receive personalized feedback, and get the kind of mentorship that transforms your skills — and your career.
We believe the best way to learn is from those who’ve already walked the path you want to follow.
Because learning from someone who inspires you makes all the difference.
At Universal Arts School, you’ll learn directly from world-class professionals — not just teachers.
Our mentors are senior artists, animators, and directors currently working for major studios like Ubisoft, Netflix, Blizzard, Framestore, and Industrial Light & Magic.
You won’t just study theory. You’ll practice real workflows, receive personalized feedback, and get the kind of mentorship that transforms your skills — and your career.
We believe the best way to learn is from those who’ve already walked the path you want to follow.
Because learning from someone who inspires you makes all the difference.
Recognition opens doors.
At Universal Arts School, our students have earned over 1,000 international awards — including Annie Awards, Goya Awards, The Rookies, PlayStation Talents and the European Cinematography Awards.
These achievements aren’t just trophies. They become part of your portfolio, boost your professional credibility, and help you stand out when applying to top studios like Disney, Ubisoft, Framestore, Netflix or Blizzard.
Awards validate your talent. Studios notice them. And they can be the bridge between your work and your first job in the industry.
Your future colleagues are already out there.
Universal Arts School alumni are working across the creative industries — from blockbuster films and AAA games to independent studios and freelance platforms worldwide.
They’ve joined companies like Disney, Ubisoft, Netflix, Framestore, Blizzard, Naughty Dog, Skydance, and many more. Others have launched their own studios or built successful freelance careers online.
No matter your path — joining a big-name company, collaborating with indie teams, or becoming your own boss — the key is preparation, portfolio and purpose.
Talent opens doors. Training makes them real. And you're next in line.
UNIVERSAL ARTS SCHOOL, founded in 1994 and based in Valencia (Spain) and Los Angeles - Hollywood (USA), is a pioneer in high-performance training in the fields of Video Games, Digital Film, VFX, and Animation. With over 900 awards, it ranks among the Top 10 educational institutions in the world (according to ACR, The Rookies, Financial Magazine, etc.). The school uses its own disruptive "training" methodology called EP, developed over more than 10 million hours of instruction, which enables students to win international awards (Oscar, Emmy, Cannes, Goya, etc.) and work in the industry with top-tier studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., DreamWorks, Lucas Arts, ILM, Ubisoft, Blizzard, Riot Games, SkyDance, Sony Pictures ImageWorks, Weta Digital, Apple, Digital Domain, and many more.
We’ve helped over 10,000 students launch their professional careers at studios and production companies, both local and international, through in-person and online training, using the same methodology studios are looking for.
UNIVERSAL ARTS SCHOOL, founded in 1994 and based in Valencia (Spain) and Los Angeles - Hollywood (USA), is a pioneer in high-performance training in the fields of Video Games, Digital Film, VFX, and Animation. With over 900 awards, it ranks among the Top 10 educational institutions in the world (according to ACR, The Rookies, Financial Magazine, etc.). The school uses its own disruptive "training" methodology called EP, developed over more than 10 million hours of instruction, which enables students to win international awards (Oscar, Emmy, Cannes, Goya, etc.) and work in the industry with top-tier studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., DreamWorks, Lucas Arts, ILM, Ubisoft, Blizzard, Riot Games, SkyDance, Sony Pictures ImageWorks, Weta Digital, Apple, Digital Domain, and many more.
We’ve helped over 10,000 students launch their professional careers at studios and production companies, both local and international, through in-person and online training, using the same methodology studios are looking for.
Our dual certification program means you graduate with two official certificates:
American-certified curriculum, meeting USA industry standards for creative careers worldwide.
European accreditation, fully recognized across Spain and Europe.
This ensures your education isn’t limited to one country. You’ll have the credentials to work internationally, from Hollywood to European studios.
Official diploma issued in California
International registration backed by the BPPE
Translation and validation of your academic records
Advising and portfolio support in English
International letter of recommendation
Our dual certification program means you graduate with two official certificates:
American-certified curriculum, meeting USA industry standards for creative careers worldwide.
European accreditation, fully recognized across Spain and Europe.
This ensures your education isn’t limited to one country. You’ll have the credentials to work internationally, from Hollywood to European studios.
Official diploma issued in California
International registration backed by the BPPE
Translation and validation of your academic records
Advising and portfolio support in English
International letter of recommendation
Learn the way professionals work. Over 35 hands-on individual projects per year. Our [PE] Methodology, which means Production Environment, immerses you into the professional world while learning a true profession.
Our program simulates a real production studio: pipelines, deadlines, teamwork, and feedback. Everything is designed to prepare you for the job market.
You’ll face constant challenges, each with the goal of helping you learn, grow, and level up in both technical and creative skills. From day one, you'll be doing real work. The more you practice, the more you’ll become a true expert.
You'll receive:
Two to four full years of hands-on, in-person training
Real production tools and techniques that meet industry standards (Maya, Unity, Unreal Engine, Adobe, etc.)
Weekly expert feedback
Job interview and portfolio coaching
Access to exclusive industry events & contacts
Choose Your Path: Master, Dual Master, or Full Career
At Universal Arts School, you can build your creative career step by step — or go all in. Our programs are designed to match your ambition and experience level:
Master's Degree (2 years)
Begin with solid fundamentals and move into advanced techniques in your specialty. Ideal for those ready to enter the industry within 24 months.
Dual Master’s Degree (3 years)
Double your expertise. Combine two specialties (e.g., 3D & VFX, or Animation & Concept Art) for a multidimensional profile highly valued by studios.
Full Career Program (4–5 years)
Our most complete option: From zero to production-level artist across multiple disciplines, with advanced training, real production experience, and international job support.
The Accelerator Program (final phase of all programs)
No matter your chosen path, your final year takes place in The Studio Production — a real production environment where you'll work as part of a team, guided by industry mentors, to create a portfolio-ready project. This is your leap into the professional world.
All programs are international, taught by top mentors, and include career coaching, certification, and access to global job offers.
"Universal Arts School always focused on helping you improve, pushing you to do a bit more than you thought possible."
"I realized everything I had learned... making this change was one of the best decisions of my life."
"Thanks to Universal Arts School I learned everything about sculpting. Everything.
I’ve worked on a highly recognizable title and I still can’t believe it."
Valencia is ranked as the best city in the world to live in, according to Forbes.
Valencia is a creative, safe, and student-friendly city. You'll enjoy 300+ days of sun per year, affordable living, and access to one of Europe’s most dynamic art scenes.
And you won’t be alone. We help you with:
Visa paperwork orientation
Housing options near the campus
Local orientation and onboarding
Cultural activities & travel opportunities
We also offer the opportunity to visit the school or attend one of our classes, either online or in person.
Explore our facilities and meet our team, either in person or through a virtual tour.
Our Virtual Campus has been designed to feel like a real creative hub — not just a website with classes. Here, you’ll connect with mentors, classmates, and industry professionals in an environment that’s dynamic, interactive, and tailored to creative education.
You’ll access live sessions, feedback rounds, private forums, challenges, resources, job offers, and progress tracking — all from one place, and available 24/7.
Whether you study from Spain, Berlin, or Dubai, you’ll feel part of a real international creative community.
This isn’t just a training, it’s your launchpad into the creative industries to the whole world.
Study in Valencia, Spain, with our full-time American-certified curriculum, designed to deliver industry-standard skills and credentials recognized in both the USA and Europe, thus conquering the international market.
Train alongside international peers with personalized support in every step:
Dual American + European Certification included
Over 50% lower tuition than equivalent on-site programs in the USA
Visa and housing support tailored to international students
Personalized career mentoring and portfolio development
Access to industry-grade software and real-world production workflows
A multicultural and creative environment in sunny Valencia
You’ll have an initial conversation where we’ll create your professional profile using our SPIR questionnaire. We’ll tell you if you're eligible for this industry and identify the roles where you can stand out in. You’ll also have the chance to ask key questions about the industry and share your interests and goals with us.
In summary:
We will provide you with a Professional Profile Assessment
We will evaluate your Eligibility and the Roles where you can stand out
We’ll answer your questions and help you set your career goals
Tuition from 376€/month
With scholarship & flexible, interest-free plans.
Access real production experience, top-tier mentorship, and U.S. certification from day one.
Annual Cost
Program Paths | Master [2 Years] |
Double Master [3 Years] |
Career [4 Years] |
Double Career [5 Years] |
On-site | 11.985 € | 10.655 € | 9.990 € | 9.591 € |
Online | 5.644 € | 5.017 € | 4.705 € | 4.516 € |
Monthly Cost
Program Paths | Master [2 Years] |
Double Master [3 Years] |
Career [4 Years] |
Double Career [5 Years] |
On-site | 998,75 € | 887,91 € | 832,50 € | 799,25 € |
Online | 470,29 € | 418,11 € | 392,12 € | 376,33 € |
What’s included:
Studio-based learning with real projects
Personal mentor from top studios (Disney, Pixar, Blizzard...)
U.S. Dual Degree (UArts California, $4,995 value)
Portfolio reviews + career coaching
Job board with 3,000+ monthly offers
Entrepreneurial consulting + job simulations
Scholarship guarantee (1-year repeat at no cost if needed)
Tuition from 376€/month
With scholarship & flexible, interest-free plans.
Access real production experience, top-tier mentorship, and U.S. certification from day one.
What’s included:
Studio-based learning with real projects
Personal mentor from top studios (Disney, Pixar, Blizzard...)
U.S. Dual Degree (UArts California, $4,995 value)
Portfolio reviews + career coaching
Job board with 3,000+ monthly offers
Entrepreneurial consulting + job simulations
Scholarship guarantee (1-year repeat at no cost if needed)
"Seeing the trust it generated online made me decide to enroll at Universal Arts School."
"I’m autistic and here I am... make the most of your strengths, you just have to know them."
"Studying at Universal Arts School was the coolest thing I could have done... I can proudly say that something I learned there is what landed me my first job at a AAA studio."
Do I need to speak Spanish? → No, everything is in English.
Can I start online? → Yes, you could start this journey at your own pace, online and remotely, until you are ready to join us on-site.
What if I don't have experience in the field? → Many students, even those with no prior experience, got hired by major studios, some even before finishing the program.
What if I don’t have a “perfect” portfolio? → Motivation and creative thinking matter more than perfection.
Do you help with the visa? → Yes, we support all accepted international students.
What if I need more time to pay? → We’ll help you find a flexible solution.
Is this a university degree? → It’s a professional master's program focused 100% on industry outcomes.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL & CERTIFICATION
1. Is the diploma officially recognized in Europe?
Our programs are certified by official institutions like SEPE (Spain) and BPPE (California, USA). Our programs lead to private professional certifications (títulos propios), combining expert mentorship with real-world workflows — and recognized by top studios worldwide.
2. Is the training online, on-site, or hybrid?
You can study fully online from anywhere in the world or join us at our Valencia campus (Spain). Either way, you’ll get live mentorship, real-time sessions, and hands-on production training.
CAREERS & PROFESSIONAL OUTCOMES
3. Will I really be able to find a job after graduation?
Yes. Our graduates have been hired by companies like Disney, Ubisoft, Netflix, Framestore and more. You'll also have access to over 3,000 updated job offers daily through our Career Module.
4. What if I want to freelance or start my own studio?
We’ve got you covered. You’ll learn real-world workflows, personal branding, and portfolio strategy — plus receive guidance to build a freelance career or launch your own project.
COSTS & FINANCING
5. How much does it cost? Can I pay in installments?
Tuition depends on the program and duration. We offer flexible payment plans, financing options, and partial scholarships for international students. Schedule a free call to get a personalized quote.
6. Do you offer scholarships for European students?
Yes. We provide merit-based and need-based scholarships, depending on your motivation and circumstances. We'll guide you through the application.
ADMISSIONS & REQUIREMENTS
7. Do I need experience or a portfolio to apply?
Not for beginner-level programs. For advanced or accelerated tracks, a portfolio or short interview may be required. We’ll evaluate your level during the orientation call.
8. What’s the admission process like?
It’s simple and personal: Book a free orientation call
Submit your application
Get your admission letter and reserve your spot
Still have questions?
Let’s talk. No commitment, just clarity.