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B.A. (HONS.) Media Studies

Posted on December 19, 2023 by chandu

B.A. (HONS.) Media Studies

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B.A. (HONS.) Media Studies

School of Film, Media and Creative Arts

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Course Overview

B.A. Media Studies is an undergraduate professional course tailored for aspirants who have a passion towards media learning. The course provides knowledge about the media industry with specialisations in – Print, TV, Radio and Digital media, Photography, Advertising, Public Relations, Event Management and Films. The program meets industry requirements and provides the students with overall global exposure. The program structure has been curated in a way that it gives an easy and clear understanding of all aspects of mass communication. This undergraduate program is an excellent foundation for pursuing a variety of careers in the Media industry as well as continuation for higher studies.

Career Destinations

Post-UG Career Destinations

Media organisations like newspapers, news agencies, television and radio, video and film production, digital media, computer games, content writing and publishing, advertising and PR, marketing, and media research.

Core Courses & Electives

 
Foundations and Instructions
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
 
Major [All courses are 4 credits unless mentioned otherwise]
Semester 3 1. Introduction to Print Media
2. Introduction to Electronic Media (Radio and Television)
3. Advertising – Principles and Practice
4. Computer Applications for Mass Media
Semester 4 5. New Media and Online Journalism
6. Public Relations and Corporate Communication
7. Design and Writing for Multiple Media
8. Media Ethics and Laws
Semester 5 9. Event Management – Case Studies and Practice
10. Reporting Beats and Feature Writing
11. Current Issues in Global Media
12. Digital Storytelling and Mobile Journalism
Semester 6 13. Communication Theories and Media Research
14. Gender and Media
15. Development Communication
16. Documentary Filmmaking [Creative Output – Documentary, 15-25m]
Semester 7 17. Critical Thinking and Media Aesthetics
18. Environment and Media
19. Social Immersion and Community Reporting
20. Food/ Travel/ Lifestyle/ Sports/ Business/ Science/ Health Journalism
Semester 8 Internship / Field Project / Dissertation

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B.SC. (Hons.) Animation and VFX

Posted on December 15, 2023 by chandu

B.SC. (Hons.) Animation and VFX

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B.SC. (Hons.) Animation and VFX

School of Film, Media and Creative Arts

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Course 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.

Course Map

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

 
Foundations and Instructions
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
 
Major [All courses are 4 credits unless mentioned otherwise]
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
After Semester 5, the students focus on their chosen specialized pathways, culminating in a capstone/degree project by the end of Semester 8
  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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B.A. Acting

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B.A. Acting

School of Film, Media and Creative Arts

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Course Overview

This is a unique acting program with a liberal and creative arts foundation, comprising courses aligned to existing and emerging industry demands. Students are provided training in myriad careers in acting – performance, research and teaching – with greater emphasis on honing practical skills in local and international performance forms. The teaching pedagogy encompasses field experience and life projects. Students are encouraged to do performance internships and live acts, along with the curricular training to gain real-world experience and insight. Theatre history and evolution, film and television acting techniques, production and audition techniques, script writing and analysis, voice and movements, skit and street plays, acting for OTT and web series, training in music and dance are part of the curriculum. The school is dedicated towards preparing students for existing and emerging trends in the space of performing arts and acting for films, along with psychological training in coping with the uncertainties of a high-on glamour and expectations driven performance calling.

Career Destinations

Post-UG Career Destinations

Film, TV and OTT Acting, Acting Coach, Casting Director, Performance Therapy, YouTuber

Core Courses & Electives

Foundations and Instructions
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
Major [All courses are 4 credits unless mentioned otherwise]
Semester 3 1. Theories of Acting and Appreciation
2. Body Craft and Exercises for an Artist
3. Voice Craft, Dialoguing, Improvisation and Spontaneity
4. Cinematography, Lighting and Production Design Creative Outputs – Stage Play / Dialogue Portfolio
Semester 4 5. Studying Stardom and Onscreen Acting
6. Styles and Schools of Acting [Indian/ Western/ Asian]
7. Costume Design and Make-Up
8. Editing and Sound Design Creative Outputs – Ad Film / Commercials
Semester 5 9. Personality Psychology
10. Dance and Choreography for Actors
11. Script, Screenplay and Character Development
12. Music, Lyrics and Playback [Dubbing and Music Sense] Creative Outputs – Music / Dance Video
Semester 6 13. Appreciating Melodrama and Film Music
14. Screen Acting for Streaming Platforms
15. Workshops with Industry Professionals
16. Feature Film Project Creative Outputs – Performance/Audition Showreels and Feature Film

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B.SC. (HONS.) Filmmaking

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B.SC. (HONS.) Filmmaking

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B.SC. (HONS.) Filmmaking

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Course Overview

One of the largest industry-specific employers, India’s Media and Entertainment industry is expected to grow between US$ 55-70 Billion by 2030. The program offers a comprehensive foundational training to work or teach in film, television, OTT, entertainment and the creative industries. Students will learn practical skills in existing and emerging genres of filmmaking, while being exposed to the creative, cultural, historical and technical aspects of film making and film thinking.

Career Destinations

Post-UG Career Destinations

Film Making: Filmmaker, Director, Film Technician, Cinematographer, Editor, Content Creator in Advertising and Television industry, YouTuber

Post-PG Combinations & Pathways

Film Making + MBA: Advertising, Media and Entertainment Industry, Studios and Production Houses, Corporate and Celebrity Public Relations, Event Manager, Social Media Management, Entrepreneur

Film Making + Literature: Screenplay Writer, Script Writer, Content Writer, Film Journalist

Film Making + Politics/Environmental Science/Anthropology/Sociology: Documentary

Filmmaker, Photo-Journalist, Documentary Researcher

Film Making + Performance: YouTuber, Actor

Core Courses & Electives

SOFMCA UG and PG Foundation Courses to be taught in AY 2024-25

UNDERGRADUATE

Foundation Courses for all B.A./B.Sc. (Hons.) Programs [48 Credits]
Semester 1
[24 Credit]		 1. Reading, Writing, and Storytelling (2C)
2. Appreciating Movie Making (2C)
3. Visual Communication and Aesthetics (4C)
4. Introduction to Acting (4C)
5. Introduction to Photography and Filmmaking (4C)
6. Public Speaking and Communication Skills (4C)
7. Introduction to Animation (4C)
Semester 2
[24 Credit]		 Compulsory
1. Indian Constitution and Citizenship (2C)
2. Self and Environmental Awareness (2C)
3. Decoding A Classic (4C)
4. Introduction to Film Festivals (4C)
Optional (Any 3)
5. Game Effects Fundamentals (4C)
6. Introduction to Film Studies (4C)
7. Introduction to Media (4C)
8. Digital Media Production (4C)
9. Script, Screenplay and Storyboard (4C)
10. Acting for Screen (4C)

POSTGRADUATE

Foundation Courses for PG Program – MA in Film, Media and Cultural Studies [48 Credits]
Semester 1
[24 Credits]		 1. Introduction to Cultural Studies
2. Introduction to Filmmaking
3. Academic Writing and Research
4. Introduction to Film Studies
5. Scriptwriting and Storyboarding
6. Introduction to Media Studies
Semester 2
[24 Credits]		 1. Visual Culture
2. Cross-Cultural Communication
3. Curation and Culture
4. Art History and Folk Traditions
5. New Media and Digital Production
6. Media Literacy and Ethics
7. Documentary and Short Filmmaking
8. Adaptation and Screenwriting
9. Experimental Cinema and Philosophy
10. Auteurs of World Cinema
[A combination of 6 courses from the above 10 will be offered in any given semester]
4-Year Course Structure for Undergraduate Major in FILMMAKING
Semester 1
[24 Credits]		 1. Reading, Writing and Storytelling (2C)
2. Appreciating Movie Making (2C)
3. Visual Communication and Aesthetics (4C)
4. Introduction to Acting (4C)
5. Introduction to Photography and Filmmaking (4C)
6. Public Speaking and Communication Skills (4C)
7. Introduction to Animation (4C)
Semester 2
[24 Credits]		 1. Indian Constitution and Citizenship (2C)
2. Self and Environmental Awareness (2C)
3. Decoding A Classic (4C)
4. Introduction to Film Festivals (4C)
5. Introduction to Film Studies (4C)
6. Script, Screenplay and Storyboard (4C)
7. Acting for Screen (4C)
Semester 3
[16 Credits]		 1. Introduction to Cinematography and Lighting
2. Introduction to Editing and Sound Design
3. Studying Bollywood
4. Film Theory and Movements
Semester 4
[18 Credits]		 5. Auteurs of Indian Cinema
6. Introduction to Production and Set Design
7. Introduction to Film Festivals
8. Cinemas of India Internship 1 (2C)
Semester 5
[16 Credits] / Exchange Abroad		 9. History of Hollywood – Studios, Genres and Classics / Introduction to World Cinema
10. Film Festival Curation
11. Advanced Editing and Sound Design
12. Advanced Cinematography [High-End Cameras + Long Take]
Semester 6
[16 Credits] 		13. Auteurs of World Cinema
14. Film Adaptation
15. PR, Event and Music Video Production
16. Internship 2 (4C) The Improv Project – Centre for Creative Productions / Film Festival
Semester 7
[16 Credits] 		17. Film Criticism and Appreciation
18. The Business of Entertainment and Censorship
19. Make-up and Costume Design
20. Documentary Filmmaking [Non-Fiction Film, 15-25m]
Semester 8
[4 Credits] 		Feature Film Project – Short Feature Film [Fiction/Non-Fiction, 30m]

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