Updated on Nov 14, 2024 10:46 IST
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The animation industry has evolved in recent years and is still growing at a rapid pace. It could be because of popular animated movies like How to Train Your Dragon that captivated audiences worldwide. As time passes, the demand for skilled animators will increase because more industries recognise animation's power in storytelling, advertising, and education. For those considering a career in animation, this is an opportune time—according to Naukri, as of 14/12/2024, there are over 23,993 job openings in animation across India.

Online Animation Courses

Animation courses prepare students with various skills in 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and digital storytelling—core techniques needed to bring creative ideas to life. These programs are offered at various levels, from short-term workshops to full-fledged degree programs.

With numerous institutes and vendors offering animation courses, both offline and online, choosing the right course is paramount. Choose the course that includes the latest technology and industry-standard applications to ensure your skills remain relevant.

Table of Contents
  1. Types of Animation Courses
    • 1.1 What are the popular undergraduate and postgraduate Animation Courses? 
    • 1.2 What are some popular Distance and Online Animation Courses?
    • 1.3 What are the Diploma and Certificate Courses in Animation?
  2. FAQs on Animation Courses

Types of Animation Courses

Candidates should choose the right animation course based on their educational background. If they have studied subjects like Computer Application or Computer Science at graduation level and want to make their career in Animation, they can pursue a diploma or short-term courses. If not, they should opt for an undergraduate course after 12th or a postgraduate or PG diploma after graduation. Here is a comprehensive guide for choosing animation courses after Class 12 based on the mode of study and credentials imparted after the course.

Type of Animation Course Description
Full-Time Animation Courses Classroom-based undergraduate degree courses with a typical duration of three years. After completing the course, candidates can pursue a PG degree or PG diploma in animation.
Distance Learning Animation Courses Offered by open universities, these courses allow students to complete a curriculum similar to full-time courses. However, students may be required to attend the campus occasionally for exams, workshops, or orientations.
Online Animation Courses Flexible, self-paced courses available from various online platforms, covering fundamental to advanced animation skills. These courses are entirely online, and students can learn from anywhere without any in-person attendance.
Diploma and Short-Term Courses Ideal for those with a background in Computer Applications or Computer Science, these courses focus on specific animation skills and can be completed in a shorter duration. Suitable for candidates looking to quickly enter the field.
Postgraduate and PG Diploma Courses Available to candidates who have completed an undergraduate degree, these advanced programs deepen animation knowledge and technical skills for higher-level roles in the industry.

What are the popular undergraduate and postgraduate Animation Courses? 

The growth of the media and entertainment industries in recent years has led to a notable increase in the applications of animation. Nonetheless, its application is not limited to the entertainment sector; it is frequently employed in commercials, building design, and instructional settings.

Students who want to major in animation can look at some of the popular UG and PG-level Animation courses given below: 

Popular Undergraduate Animation Courses 

Popular Postgraduate Animation Courses

BSc in Animation 

MSc in Animation

BSc in Multimedia and Animation  MDes Animation Film Design
BDes in Animation MA in Animation
BSc Animation, Graphics & VFX MSc in Multimedia
Bachelor in Animation Filmmaking Masters in Animation Filmmaking

What are some popular Distance and Online Animation Courses?

Candidates who do not wish to attend classes yet aspire to pursue an Animation course can go for a Distance Education. Distance education courses are similar to the regular course in terms of the structure of the curriculum. But as Animation is a practical field students often prefer the regular course. The eligibility criteria for such courses is a 10+2 pass from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% marks. Admissions to such courses are given on a merit basis.

The Distance and Online Animation courses are given below:

  • BSc in Visual Communication
  • B.Sc Animation and Multimedia
  • BSc in Gaming Design
  • BA in Animation

What are the Diploma and Certificate Courses in Animation?

UG diploma courses in Animation are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. The duration of Diploma courses is 1-2 years. The eligibility criteria for Diploma courses is 10+2 passed in any stream. Usually, there is no entrance test conducted for admission to diploma courses. In most cases, admission is given on a first-come first-serve basis. The Diploma courses in Animation are tabulated below:

UG Diploma Courses in Animation
Diploma in 2D Animation Diploma in Animation and Filmmaking Diploma in 3D Animation
Diploma in Digital Animation Diploma in Animation, Video Editing and Post Production Work Diploma in CG Animation
Diploma in Animation Diploma in VFX Diploma in Animation and VFX

A certificate is also a short term course. A candidate who wishes to pursue a short term or certificate course can opt for below mentioned courses:

Certificate Course in Animation
Certificate Course in VFX Certificate Course in Digital Compositing & Non-Linear Editing Certificate in Editing, Mixing and Post production works
Certificate in 2D Animation Certificate in CG Arts Certificate in 3D Animation

PG diploma courses in Animation are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. The eligibility criteria are the same as PG degree courses. The admissions to such courses are mostly on merit basis. Nonetheless, some institutes may conduct the entrance exam. Some of the PG Diploma courses in Animation are:

  • PG Diploma in VFX
  • PGD in Gaming Design
  • PGD in Multimedia and Animation

FAQs on Animation Courses

Q. Can I do graduation in Animation?

A. Students who are interested in studying animation courses at the graduation level after completing their class 12 can have a look at the below table. It contains all the information relating to course duration, eligibility, admissions and entrane exams.

Particulars

Animation UG Course Details

Duration of the course

3 years

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 from a recognized board with minimum aggregate marks in any stream

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Course Fee

INR 50,000- INR 7 L

Entrance Exams

JMI Entrance Exam, CUCET, SHIATS etc.

What after Undergraduate Course

Candidates can pursue PG courses in Animation or can work in the industry as an Animator, 3D Modeller, Cartoonist, Flash Animator etc,

Q. Which are some popular undergraduate Animation courses?

A. Candidates can pursue the below-mentioned colleges at undergraduate level:

Undergraduate Animation Courses

BA in Multimedia 

BSc Multimedia, Animation & Graphic Design 

BA 3D Animation 

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation, Graphics and Web Design 

BA VFX and Animation 

BSc in Multimedia 

BA in Multimedia and Animation 

BA in Animation and CG Arts 

BDes in Animation 

Bachelor of Visual Arts (Animation) 

BA in Digital Filmmaking and Animation 

BA in Animation and Graphic Design 

BSc in Animation 

BSc in Animation and Gaming 
BSc in Multimedia and Animation  BDes in Animation
BSc Animation, Graphics & VFX Bachelor in Animation Filmmaking

Q. Can I do postgraduation in Animation?

A. Postgraduation courses in animation can be pursued after completion of an undergraduate course in Animation or a related subject. The details are tabulated below:

Particulars

Animation PG Course Details

Course Duration

2 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Animation or related subject from a recognised university with minimum aggregate marks

Admission Process

Entrance Exams/Merit-based

Course Fee

INR 50,000- INR 7 L

Entrance Exams

What after Postgraduate Course

Candidates can can work in the industry as Animation Director, Effects Animator, Cartoonist etc.

 

Q. What are some popular postgraduation Animation courses?

A. After completing undergraduate courses, candidates can go for the below-mentioned postgraduate courses in Animation: 

Postgraduate Animation Courses

MSc Animation

MDes Animation Film Design

MDes Graphic Design

MDes Programme in Animation

MSc in Multimedia

MDes Game Design

BA in Multimedia and Animation 

BA in Animation and CG Arts 

Q. Which global companies hire students in this field?

A. Many renowned global companies are looking forward to expanding their business in India. Some of the companies that hire Animation graduates are:

  • Walt Disney Animation Studios
  • Pixar
  • DreamWorks Animation
  • Industrial Light & Magic.

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Q. How much salary can Animation graduates earn?

A. There are a few key trends in the animation industry. New computer animation methods have surfaced in contrast to conventional animation methods, altering the way viewers look for animation. Any of the job profiles listed below will allow you to establish a name for yourself in the animation industry:

Job Profile Job Details Average Annual Salary (in INR)

Animator
Animators create animation using illustrations as well as software programmes. They plan, script, and create animated narrative sequences. 3.5 lakh

Flash Animator
They work in close coordination with creative directors to make sure that the animation made complements the design. 3.8 lakh


Stop Motion Animator
They create the end product by combining the art of photography, utilising narrative skills as well as the ability to manipulate light and thereafter calculate angles to create stop motion animations without manipulating it digitally. 4 lakh

Video Game Designers
Video game designers design user interfaces and thereafter create storylines as well as characters followed by role-playing mechanics along with gameplay prototypes. 4.5 lakh


Animation Director
They recruit, coordinate and manage animation teams. Animation directors work closely with the person who handles the overall production. 4.9 lakh

Background Painter
Also known as a matte painter, a background painter may have to create a complete matte painting, which can be a skyline or a village where animation/live-action takes place only in a few spots. 3.8 lakh

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