Animation and filmmaking are powerful media that combine storytelling, creativity, and technology to create compelling visual experiences. The B.Des. (Hons) Animation and Filmmaking programme is designed to develop skilled professionals who can bring ideas to life through motion, narrative, and visual design.
The programme covers key areas, including animation, cinematography, storytelling, editing, and visual effects, as well as industry-relevant digital tools. Through hands-on, project-based learning, students create animated content and films across formats.
With a strong focus on visual storytelling, technical proficiency, and creative expression, the programme prepares students for careers in animation, film, and digital media.
The B.Des. (Hons) Animation and Filmmaking programme equips students to create compelling visual narratives by blending storytelling with technical expertise. It focuses on animation, filmmaking, and visual effects, enabling learners to produce engaging content aligned with the evolving demands of the media and entertainment industry.
The curriculum blends classical artistic foundations with contemporary digital techniques, focusing on storytelling, visual design, and technical execution. Through hands-on projects, students learn to create compelling animated content and films while understanding the complete production pipeline.
Fundamentals of drawing and storytelling
2D and 3D animation techniques
Character design and visual development
Scriptwriting and storyboarding
Cinematography and film language
Editing, sound design, and post-production
Visual effects (VFX) and compositing
Stop-motion and experimental animation
Production pipeline and project management
Animation Fundamentals
Drawing and Visual Storytelling
2D and 3D Animation
Character Design and Development
Storyboarding and Scriptwriting
Cinematography and Film Studies
Video Editing and Post-Production
Sound Design
Visual Effects (VFX) and Compositing
Portfolio Development
Graduates of the B.Des. (Hons.) Animation and film-making programmes are equipped to build careers across animation, film, advertising, and digital media. With strong storytelling and technical skills, they create engaging visual content across formats and platforms.
Animator (2D / 3D / VFX)
Storyboard Artist / Character Designer
Filmmaker / Cinematographer
Visual Development Artist
Motion Graphics Designer
Editor / Post-Production Specialist
Creative Director / Independent Filmmaker