School of Film, Media and Creative Arts
ShareCourse Overview
The B.Sc. in Animation, Visual Effects, and Game Design at RV University is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the creative and technical aspects of animation, VFX, and game design aligning with over 72 job profiles that this industry offers. This program blends artistic skills with cutting-edge technology, preparing students to become industry-ready professionals in the ever-evolving fields of digital media and entertainment.
Some of the features of this flagship program are Industry-Relevant Curriculum, State-of-the-Art Facilities, Expert Faculty, Hands-On Learning, Industry Immersion, Specialized Pathways, Career Preparation.
Career Destinations
| Career Destinations | Descriptions | Potential Employers/Industries |
|---|---|---|
| 3D Animator | Creating three-dimensional moving images for films, games, and advertisements. | Animation Studios, Film Production Companies |
| 2D Animator | Developing two-dimensional animated sequences for TV shows, commercials, and web content. | TV Channels, Ad Agencies, Online Media |
| Character Designer | Designing and creating the look and feel of characters in animation and games. | Game Studios, Animation Companies |
| Storyboard Artist | Visualizing and planning the sequences of animation or live-action films through storyboards. | Film Production Houses, Animation Studios |
| Visual Effects (VFX) Artist | Creating realistic visual effects for films, TV shows, and video games. | VFX Studios, Film Production Companies |
| Game Designer | Designing gameplay, rules, and structure for video games. | Game Development Studios, Tech Companies |
| Game Developer | Writing code and developing software for games | Game Studios, Software Development firms |
| Compositor | Combining different visual elements to create the final image in films and video games. | VFX Studios, Film Production Companies |
| Motion Graphics Artist | Designing and animating graphics for multimedia projects. | Advertising Agencies, Media Companies |
| Technical Director (TD) | Overseeing the technical aspects of animation and VFX production. | Animation Studios, VFX Companies |
| Rigging Artist | Setting up the skeleton and controls for animated characters. | Animation Studios, Game Development Studios |
| Lighting Artist | Creating lighting effects to enhance the mood and realism of animated scenes. | Animation Studios, Film Production Companies |
| Sculptor (Digital Sculptor) | Creating detailed digital models for animation and games using sculpting software. | Game Studios, Animation Studios |
| Sound Designer | Creating audio elements for animations and video games. | Film Production Houses, Game Development Studios |
| Production Coordinator | Managing schedules, budgets, and communication in animation and game projects. | Animation Studios, Game Development Studios |
| Concept Artist | Developing visual ideas and designs for characters, environments, and props. | Game Development Studios, Animation Studios |
| UX/UI Designer for Games | Designing user interfaces and experiences for video games. | Game Development Studios, Tech Companies |
| Film/TV Animator | Working on animated features and series for film and television. | Film Production Companies, TV Networks |
| VR/AR Developer | Creating content for virtual and augmented reality experiences. | Tech Companies, Game Development Studios |
| Freelancer/Independent Artist | Working independently on various animation, VFX, and game design projects. | Self-Employment, Online Platforms |
Core Courses & Electives
| Semester 1 [24 Credit] |
1. Reading, Writing and Thinking/Storytelling 2. Classics of World Cinema 3. Photography and Filmmaking 4. Visual Communication and Aesthetics 5. Sculpture and Model Making 6. Indian Constitution and Citizenship 7. Digital Literacy |
| Semester 2 [24 Credit] |
8. Introduction to Acting 9. Introduction to Film 10. Introduction to Media 11. Introduction to Animation 12. Indian Constitution and Citizenship 13. Self and Environmental Awareness |
| Semester 3 | – Storyboarding and Animatics – Animation Design 1 – Character Animation 1 – Product Visualization 1 – Compositing 1 – Sound Design and Editing 1 |
| Semester 4 | – Character Animation 2 – Motion Graphics – Dynamics and Simulations – Digital Sculpting – Advanced Compositing – Introduction to Game Design |
| Semester 5 | – Industry Immersion (Workflow and Practices) – Studio-Based Project – Professional Networking – Portfolio Development |
| Animation Pathway | Visual Effects Pathway | Game Design Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 6 | – Character Rigging and Animation – Advanced Character Animation – Facial Animation and Lip Sync – Motion Capture – Capstone Project: Pre-Production |
– Advanced Compositing Techniquesn – Particle Effects and Dynamicsn – Matchmoving and Camera Trackingn – Matte Paintingn – Capstone Project: Pre-Production |
– Scripting for Games -Game Mechanics and Level Design – Character and Environment Art – VR and AR Development – Capstone Project: Pre-Production |
| Semester 7 | – Advanced Rigging Techniques – Creature Animation – Environmental Animation – Capstone Project: Production |
– Advanced Particle Effects – Advanced Lighting and Rendering – 3D Tracking and Integration – Capstone Project: Production |
– Advanced Level Design – AI Programming for Games – Game Monetization Strategies – Capstone Project: Production |
| Semester 8 | – Portfolio Development and Review – Animation Thesis and Exhibition – Capstone Project: Finalization |
– Portfolio Development and Review – VFX Thesis and Exhibition – Capstone Project: Finalization |
-Portfolio Development and Review – Game Design Thesis and Exhibition – Capstone Project: Finalization |
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