Duration
19 months
Advanced Program in Animation and VFX
This programme connects creative media production with three dimensional animation and visual effects.
- 19 months
- Classroom / Hybrid
Build your creative career in animation, VFX, gaming and design
Talk to our counsellors about courses, batches and admissions.
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Why choose this course?
This programme connects creative media production with three dimensional animation and visual effects. Learners study cinematography, design, editing, sound and motion graphics before creating assets, textures, lighting, rigs and animation in Maya. Advanced work covers simulations, Houdini effects, rotoscoping, tracking and Nuke compositing, ending with portfolio development and career preparation.
- Creative media foundations
- Maya production pipeline
- FX and compositing
Course highlights
Eligibility
10+2, any stream; graduates, postgraduates and working professionals
Delivery pattern
Classroom / Hybrid - Schedule shared by our counsellors
What you’ll learn
Curriculum
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Design
- Cinematography
- Colour
- Characters
- Image work
- Editing
- Sound
- Motion
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3D
- CG pipeline
- Assets
- Textures
- Surfaces
- Lighting
- Rigging
- Animation
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FX
- Maya simulations
- Houdini
- Roto
- Camera tracking
- Nuke
- Portfolio
- Careers
Software covered
- 3DEqualizer
- After Effects
- Arnold
- Audition
- Houdini
- Maya
- nCloth
- Nuke
- Photoshop
- Premiere Pro
- Silhouette
- Substance Painter
- XGen
Possible career paths
Career opportunities
Typical roles people move into after training in Advanced Program in Animation and VFX. Studios name them differently, so treat this as a guide to the kind of work you can aim for.
The faculty explained every concept step by step, and the feedback on each project made the next one better.
Meera Joshi, student
Why choose us
Why choose Arena Animation?
A career-focused institute teaching animation, VFX, game design, digital design and multimedia, with centres across India.
- 30+ years of experience
- 50+ industry partnerships
- Monthly industry visits
- Education loan support
- Career counselling and a dedicated placement cell
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for Advanced Program in Animation and VFX?
Fees depend on the programme and the batch. Use the enquiry form on this page or call us, and our team will share the current fee structure.
What salary can I expect after this course?
Salaries depend on the role, the studio, the city and your portfolio, so we do not quote a figure. The placement cell helps you build the portfolio and prepare for interviews.
Which software will I learn?
This course covers 3DEqualizer, After Effects, Arnold, Audition, Houdini, Maya, nCloth, Nuke, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Silhouette, Substance Painter and XGen. Your counsellor will confirm the final list for your batch.
Does Arena Animation provide placement support?
Yes. The placement cell supports students during and after the course with portfolio guidance, mock interviews and introductions to studios. Ask a counsellor how it works for this programme.
Who can join this course?
Eligibility for this course: 10+2, any stream; graduates, postgraduates and working professionals. Our counsellors can confirm whether you qualify.
What career options are available after this course?
Typical roles people aim for include Concept Artist, 3D Artist and Lighting Artist. Studios name roles differently, so treat this as a guide to the kind of work you can pursue.
Ready to start Advanced Program in Animation and VFX?
Talk to our counsellors about batches, fees and admissions. We will help you pick the right programme.
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