Course Overview
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Animation offers a comprehensive curriculum blending artistic creativity with technical skills. Students explore 2D/3D animation, storytelling, visual effects, and multimedia, preparing them for careers in animation and film.
Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)
Syllabus (Semester-wise):
Semester 1:
Introduction to Animation Principles
History of Animation
Basic Drawing and Sketching
Digital Art: Basics of Photoshop and Illustrator
Storyboarding Concepts
Practical: Sketching and Concept Art
Semester 2:
2D Animation: Fundamentals and Techniques
Principles of Animation: Timing and Spacing
Graphic Design for Animation
Character Design and Development
Introduction to Digital Sculpting
Practical: 2D Animation Projects
Semester 3:
Introduction to 3D Animation
Modeling, Texturing, and Rigging
Lighting and Shading in Animation
Animation Physics and Dynamics
Sound Design and Editing for Animation
Practical: 3D Animation Projects
Semester 4:
Advanced 3D Animation Techniques
Character Animation and Lip Sync
Visual Effects (VFX) and Compositing
Cinematography and Camera Movement in Animation
Motion Graphics and Title Design
Practical: Animation Short Film Development
Semester 5:
Game Design and Development
Animation for Film and Television
Storytelling for Animation and Visual Narratives
Post-Production and Rendering Techniques
Introduction to Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) in Animation
Practical: Game and AR/VR Animation Projects
Semester 6:
Portfolio Development and Industry Projects
Advanced VFX and CGI Techniques
Animation Entrepreneurship and Production Management
Final Year Project: Animated Short Film/Game
Internship and Industry Exposure
Dissertation/Research on Animation
Average Fees:
INR 75,000 - INR 2,50,000 per year depending on the institution
Exams to Attend:
Entrance Exams: Some institutions have specific entrance exams for animation courses like the National Institute of Design (NID) DAT, Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED), or FTII-JET for animation programs.
Merit-based Admission: Other institutions may consider admission based on academic performance in higher secondary education, followed by a portfolio assessment and interview.
Top 10 Ranking Institutions (Combined Ranking in India):
National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay – Industrial Design Centre
Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata
Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune
MAAC (Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics), Mumbai
Whistling Woods International, Mumbai
Amity University, Noida (Amity School of Animation)
Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra, Ranchi
Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal
Arena Animation, Bangalore
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:
Toonz Academy, Thiruvananthapuram
Vismayam College of Art and Media, Kozhikode
Kerala State Institute of Design, Kollam
Cindrebay School of Design, Kochi
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Kannur (Animation & Design Department)
Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi
Chitkara Design School, Thrissur
Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM), Kottayam (Animation Specialization)
Keltron Animation Campus, Thiruvananthapuram
Kalabhavan Animation Academy, Thrissur