Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) (Animation Film Design)

Ready to bring your world to life through animation? Our four-year animation programme is designed to nurture the next generation of filmmakers, creators, and designers. 

The curriculum is meticulously crafted to equip students with cutting-edge technology and emerging theories, fostering a strong foundation in animation principles. Emphasising both traditional and digital media, the programme prepares students to thrive in the evolving animation industry.

Students explore key aspects of animation film design, including character drawing, scriptwriting, 2D and 3D animation, and pre- and post-production processes. They also gain the skills to create, direct, and produce independent and collaborative animated films, using cutting-edge techniques while staying rooted in the Indian context.

Our transdisciplinary approach broadens students' perspectives, encouraging creative problem-solving by exploring the intersections of various fields. By viewing animation as a wide-reaching discipline, we inspire students to transcend traditional boundaries and embrace the limitless possibilities of storytelling through visual expression.

Key Features

• Equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the animation and lm design process, from research and concept development to story boarding and production.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of animation and lm making techniques, pre and post production processes, and compelling storytelling.
• Equip students with the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry standards in animation and film.
• Foster imagination, creative writing, character development, and illustration skills to create artist, visually complex and profound animation lms.
• Train students to consider accessibility, inclusivity, and ethical design principles in their product development.
• Develop an understanding of the business and professional aspects of Animation Film.

Semester I
Subject Title

• Fundamentals of Animation design
• Fundamentals of Communication design
• Fundamentals of Fashion Design
• Fundamentals of Interaction Design
• Fundamentals of Interior Design
• Fundamentals of Product Design

Academic Edge

• Language and Communication 1
• Language and Communication 2
• Digital Fluency 1
• Societal Orientation 1
• Life Skills 1

Semester II
School Core

• Animation design Methods and Process
• Communication Design Methods and Process
• Fashion Design Methods and Process
• Interaction Methods and process
• Product Design Methods and process

Academic Edge

• Language and Communication 3
• Language and Communication 4
• Data Skills 1
• Societal Orientation 2
• Life Skills 2

Career Opportunities

• Animator
• Art Director
• Story Board Artist
• Animator
• Art Director
• Story Board Artist
• Character Designer
• Game Environment Designer