Course Overview
The Bachelor of Visual Arts (BVA) in Animation Film Making is a program designed to blend traditional artistry with modern technology, preparing students for the exciting world of animated storytelling. With a focus on both technical skills and creative expression, this program equips students with the knowledge and tools to create visually captivating and emotionally resonant animations that capture audiences worldwide.
Throughout the course, students will explore everything from character design and world-building to advanced technologies like Motion Capturing, AI, Game Engines, and Virtual Production. Industry experts lead workshops and masterclasses, offering students first hand exposure to the latest trends in animation. These hands-on experiences help students develop a deep understanding of both the art and the technical side of animation filmmaking.
This program isn’t just about learning animation—it’s about shaping the future of storytelling through animation. Students are encouraged to develop their own unique style and voice, preparing them to become visionary leaders in the animation industry. By the end of the program, graduates will be ready to make their mark in the ever-evolving world of animation, creating stories that inspire, entertain, and leave a lasting impact.
What Makes This Program Unique?
- The only place in India where a student can get a specialized degree in Animation Filmmaking.
- Unlike other UGC approved animation related course syllabus, we are nurturing the skills of our students to become an animation filmmaker rather than a usual software learning program.
- Updated Industry oriented syllabus and UGC approved Degree from Medhavi Skill University
- Learn from the Industry Experts and direct collaboration with the Animation industry
- 70% practical oriented syllabus without losing the aesthetics of animation filmmaking.
- The subjects starts from the foundation of animation filmmaking to the most modern techniques in Animation Filmmaking such as Motion Capture, Real time rendering in Game engines and AI integration in Animation Filmmaking
- Career oriented semester end projects in each semester.
- Residential Program with 24/7 Lab Access which provides an immersive learning possibility in a green campus with unlimited practice time.
- On-the-Job Training (OJT) – Apart from the semester end job oriented projects till the 6th semester, the 4th-year provides internships and live projects with studios.
What You’ll Learn
Over the four years, students are guided to master every aspect of Animation filmmaking.
- Drawing Skill : Fundamentals of drawing, Perspective drawing, Anatomy, Figure drawing
- Clay modeling and Character Sculpture
- Art appreciation and Creative thinking
- Story development and Storytelling
- Writing for Animation
- Stop-motion animations
- 2D traditional animations, 2D Digital Animations and Motion graphics
- 3D Animation : Modeling, Rigging, 3D Animation, 3D Lighting, 3D Rendering and compositing
- New trends in Animation Filmmaking : AI in animation, Motion capturing and Virtual production, Unreal Engine in Animation pipeline, Animation in VFX and Animation in Extended reality
- Collaborative Studio Practice and Career oriented semester end projects.
- Tool Proficiency :
- Industry standard Softwares : Krita, Adobe Animate , Adobe Photoshop Maya/ Blender, Nuke, Adobe After Effects, etc.
- Real-Time Engines : Unreal Engine.
Key Projects & Experiences :
- Short Film Project
- Graphic Novel Creation
- Animation Advertisements (Stop-motion animation)
- Hybrid Animation Projects (2D animation with 3D integration)
- 3D Animation (Short Film)
- Collaborative inter-departmental projects
- Portfolio development for job readiness
- Capstone Animation Project
Who Is This Course For?
If you’re a storyteller with lots of imagination or a creative problem-solver who dreams of working in the Animation Industry or as an Independent animation filmmaker! then this program is for you. This program is your takeoff for a dynamic career in animation. Whether you dream of :
- Becoming a professional Animation Artist
- Designing visuals for films, games, or immersive media
- Creating your own independent animated films
You’ll gain the skills, tools, and industry exposure to turn your vision into reality. Anyone with a +2 or equivalent qualification can apply. You don’t require any prior experience – just passion, curiosity, and a drive to create.
Career Opportunities
Graduates enter the industry as job-ready professionals, with roles such as :
| General Animation Sector | 3D Animation Sector | 2D Animation Sector |
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Independent Animation- Filmmaker Character Animator Background Artist Storyboard Artist Character Designer Game Animator Environment Artist Motion Graphics Designer Effects Artist Educational Animator UI/UX Animator Web Animator Medical Animator Corporate Animator Freelance Animator Independent Creator VR/AR Animator |
3D Animator 3D Modeler Rigging Artist Texturing Artist Lighting Artist Shading Artist 3D Compositor Visual Effects Artist Layout Artist Pre-visualization (Previs) Artist Technical Director (TD) Animation Supervisor Art Director Concept Artist
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2D Animator Character Designer Layout Artist Key Animator In-between Animator (or In-betweener) Cleanup Artist Colorist 2D Compositor Animation Supervisor Effects Animator
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Students graduating in animation filmmaking degrees have a promising future, with diverse career paths in animation studios, film/TV productions, gaming, advertising, and digital media, including roles like animators, Animation Film designers, Animation storytellers and storyboard artists, etc.
The BVA program in Animation Filmmaking is oriented to nurture individuals with specialized expertise who will emerge as influential leaders in the field of animation filmmaking more than an industry survivor, and they will develop themself as Animation visionaries and Independent Animation Filmmakers.
Programme Format :
- Duration : 4 Years (8 Semesters)- (3 Year degree + 1 year honours)
- Structure : Residential (24/7 lab access) + OJT (4th Year)
- Affiliated with : Medhavi Skills University
- Language of Instruction : English
- Campus Location : ASOMSAFT, Ahalia Campus, Palakkad, Kerala
Ready to Bring Stories to Life?
ASOMSAFT’s BVA in Animation Filmmaking isn’t just a degree — it’s your gateway to shaping the next generation of animated worlds. Join us. The future of storytelling begins with your creativity.