B. Des in Animation & VFX with AI

B. Des (Artificial Intelligence) with Animation & VFX is a 4-year undergraduate program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in Artificial Intelligence, integrated with creative applications in Animation, Visual Effects, AR/VR, and Multimedia production. The course aims to produce AI-enabled creative professionals who can work in the rapidly expanding AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics) and digital industries.

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Program Highlights

  • Industry-aligned curriculum
  • Hands on training in Animation & VFX studios
  • Implementation of AI in Animation & VFX Industry
  • Studio-Style Production Training
  • Portfolio & Showreel Development
  • Career Support & Industry Exposure
  • Workshops by Industry Experts
  • In-House Placement Assistance
  • Soft Skills & Personality Development

Introduction

The program is designed to Provide strong foundations in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Digital Media.

Enable students to use AI for animation production, VFX workflows, AR/VR design, storytelling, and virtual production.

Align with NEP 2020 by offering multiple entry/exit points (Certificate, Diploma, Degree and Honours with Research)

Build employability across media, OTT, gaming, advertising, simulation, and Ed-tech industries.

Tools Covered

Labs:
Animation Studio, VFX/Compositing Lab, AI Media Lab, AR/VR Studio.

Softwares:
Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom, Blender, Maya, Nuke, Unity Unreal, AI Tools (Runway, Kaiber, MidJourney, Stable Diffusion).

Studios:
Studios: Green Screen & Virtual Production.

Program Details

  • A 4-year B.Des (AI) with Animation & VFX that blends Artificial Intelligence with next gen digital creativity. Students gain technical depth in AI along with hands-on skills in animation, VFX, AR/VR, storytelling, and virtual production.
  • This interdisciplinary program integrates core AI technologies with advanced Animation & VFX production workflows. Graduates emerge as AI-enabled creative professionals ready for roles in the AVGC, gaming, media, OTT, and digital industries.
  • A future-focused UG program aligned with NEP 2020, offering multi-exit options and skill-based learning. Students build strong foundations in AI while mastering creative applications like VFX, simulations, motion graphics, and immersive media.
  • Designed for the booming creative-tech economy, the course blends computer science fundamentals with AI-driven media design. Learners develop industry-ready expertise in animation pipelines, digital content creation, and AI-assisted visual storytelling.
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Eligibility

Passed 10+2 from any recognised board
Minimum 50% marks (as per university norms)

Duration

8 Semesters (4 Years) as perNEP Guidelines

Tuition Fees

₹ 60,000 per semester

*Fees such as Admission, Caution Money,
Examination, Hostel, and Transport fees are extra. 

Selection Criteria

Admission will be done on the basis of merit which includes any recognized JEE or JKUEE & PI or as per AICTE guidelines.

Program Outcome

01

Build foundational IT & digital media knowledge with focus on creative applications.

02

Develop industry-ready skills in Animation, VFX, and design pipelines using AI.

03

Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in AI-assisted media production.

04

Apply computer applications & AI tools for animation and media problem-solving.

05

Demonstrate creative & technical expertise in design, VFX, and storytelling.

06

Work effectively in multidisciplinary production teams.

07

Exhibit ethics, professionalism, and adaptability in fast-changing digital industries.

Course at a Glance

4-year B. Des programme combining Artificial Intelligence with Animation, VFX, AR/VR, and digital media production, aligned with NEP 2020 and multi-exit options.

Strong foundation in AI, computer science, and creative technology, enabling students to use AI tools across animation pipelines, virtual production, and advanced VFX workflows.

Industry-driven curriculum designed for the growing AVGC sector, preparing learners for careers in animation studios, OTT platforms, gaming, advertising, simulation, and immersive media.

Hands-on learning with project-based modules, real-time workflows, and emerging technologies, developing future- ready creative technologists with global employability.

Career Opportunities

  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Multimedia Designer
  • Pipeline Designer
  • Animator
  • AR/VR Designer
  • UI/UX Designer
  • VFX Artist
  • Compositor
  • Technical Director etc.

Campus facility for Animation & VFX students

  • High-end animation & VFX studio labs with graphic workstations
  • 2D & 3D animation production studios
  • Green screen & chroma key shooting studio
  • Motion capture & visual effects lab
  • AI design & generative art lab
  • AR/VR, game design and immersive media lab
  • Digital photography & videography studio
  • Audio recording & sound design studio
  • Portfolio development & creative incubation center
  • Smart classrooms & digital content library
  • High-speed Wi-Fi enabled creative campus
  • Internship, placement & freelancing support cell

Leading Job Sectors

  • Animation Studios (2D/3D)
  • VFX & Post-Production Studios
  • Gaming Industry (AAA, Mobile, Indie Games)
  • Film & Television Production
  • OTT Platforms & Digital Entertainment
  • Advertising & Creative Agencies
  • Artificial Intelligence & Tech Startups
  • AR/VR/XR Development Studios
  • Virtual Production & Motion Capture Labs
  • EdTech & E-Learning Content Creation
  • Simulation & Visualization Industries (medical, engineering, defence)
  • Digital Marketing & Social Media Content Production
  • Media & Broadcasting Companies
  • Metaverse & Immersive Experience Design

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