BSc (Multimedia & Animation)

Manonmaniam Sundaranar (MS) University launches 3-year B.Sc. Degree in Multimedia & Animation, in association with Arena Animation.
B.Sc. Multimedia & Animation is a 3-year Bachelor's Degree program that leads to careers in multimedia & animation. Program highlights

The objective of the program is to produce full-fledged animation professionals with the skills & confidence to build a rewarding career in the field. The program will train students in the latest industry-relevant modules using technical education tools.

The program is ideal for

Those who wish to make an international career in multimedia & animation and to work with blue-chip animation studios & entertainment companies as:

2D/ 3D animators
2D/ 3D designers
Multimedia programmers
Visualizers
3D modelers
AV editors
Compositors
Content developers
Pre- & Post-production executives

Curriculum

B.Sc Multimedia & Animation carries intensive course curriculum & focuses on collaborative, experiential learning designed to give every student a unique competitive edge in the animation industry. Papers include:

Fundamentals of Art, Design & Visualization
Computer Graphics
Creating Illustrations
Basic 2D Animation
Advanced Scripting
Audio & Video Editing
Illustration Portfolio (project)
Web Weaver
Digital FX
Games Development
Basics of 3D Animation
Advanced 3D Animation
Digital Filmmaking
Specialization in: Modeling & Texturing, Lighting & Rendering, Rigging & Animation, OR Compositing & VFX.
Digital Portfolio Development (Demo Reel)

Essential job skills such as languages, soft skills, communication skills & personality development are also taught.

Duration

3 years.
B.Sc in Multimedia & Animation is an 'On-site course' taught at select Arena centres across India.

Eligibility

Those who have completed HSC/ 10+2, DOEAC Level 3 or above, or completed any degree are eligible to apply.

Candidates awaiting their 10+2, Diploma or Degree results may also apply.

Choice-Based Credit System

Manonmaniam Sundaranar (MS) University has responded to the demands of a challenging, competitive job market by introducing the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) - a system used in many of the world’s most acclaimed universities.

Under the CBCS, students from one department can choose courses from other departments as well. Students can opt for different Core, Allied & optional subjects in each semester & thus, they specialize in the discipline of their choice. For instance, a student may choose to specialize in Modeling & Texturing, Lighting & Rendering, Rigging & Animation, or Compositing & VFX.

The B.Sc Multimedia & Animation course will carry 42 credits in the First Year. 12 credits will be earned for Language courses, 4 credits for Environmental and Value-Added Education, and 26 credits will be earned for Core & Allied Subjects. Thus, students get thorough exposure to their Core subjects while also developing job-oriented soft skills at the same time.

In the 2nd year, 20 credits will be earned for the Core courses & 27 credits will be earned for the Supportive courses.

In the 3rd year, 45 credits will be earned for the Core courses & 5 credits from the Projects.