M.Des in Animation Design
Master advanced animation, VFX, and motion design. Create compelling stories that move audiences across all platforms.
Advanced Animation Education
The Master of Design (M.Des) in Animation Design is a comprehensive 2-year postgraduate program that transforms skilled animators into creative leaders, technical directors, and storytelling masters. This program explores animation as an art form, a technical discipline, and a powerful medium for communication.
You'll master advanced animation techniques across 2D, 3D, VFX, motion graphics, and emerging technologies like real-time animation and virtual production. The curriculum emphasizes storytelling, technical excellence, pipeline development, and leadership—preparing you to lead animation teams or launch your own studio.
With thesis work, industry collaborations, festival submissions, and global exposure, you'll develop expertise that positions you at the forefront of the animation and VFX industry.
Industry Partnerships
Collaborate with leading animation studios, VFX houses, and production companies
Film Festivals
Showcase your work at national and international animation film festivals
Studio Projects
Work on real production projects and gain professional pipeline experience
Global Exposure
International internships and collaborations with overseas animation studios
4-Semester Program Structure
Industry-aligned curriculum covering all aspects of animation production
Semester 1 - Foundation & Research
Semester 2 - Specialization & Innovation
Semester 3 - Professional Practice
Semester 4 - Thesis & Culmination
Choose Your Animation Path
Select from 6 specialized tracks to align your masters with industry demands
3D Animation
Master character animation, creature design, and photorealistic 3D animation pipelines.
VFX & Compositing
Specialize in visual effects, digital compositing, and cinematic post-production.
Motion Graphics
Focus on motion design, title sequences, and broadcast design for brands and media.
Game Animation
Create animations for gaming, real-time engines, and interactive experiences.
Technical Animation
Master rigging, procedural systems, pipeline tools, and technical direction.
Digital Storytelling
Develop animated narratives for film, streaming platforms, and digital media.
Senior Animation Careers
M.Des graduates advance to leadership positions in animation and VFX industry
Animation Director
Lead animation teams and direct animated content for films, series, or commercials.
VFX Supervisor
Oversee visual effects production for films, streaming content, and advertising.
Technical Director
Develop animation tools, pipelines, and technical solutions for studios.
Creative Consultant
Provide animation and VFX expertise to production houses and agencies.
Animation Educator
Teach at design schools, conduct workshops, and mentor aspiring animators.
Studio Entrepreneur
Start your own animation studio, VFX house, or content production company.
Admission Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, VFX, Multimedia, or related field
- Minimum 50% marks in undergraduate program (45% for reserved categories)
- Demo reel showcasing animation/VFX work (2-3 minutes)
- Portfolio with character designs, storyboards, or 3D models
- Statement of Purpose describing creative goals and research interests
- Two letters of recommendation from faculty or industry professionals
Selection Process
Portfolio Review
Assessment of creative work
Animation Test
Practical skill evaluation
Personal Interview
Discussion with faculty
Bring Stories to Life
Join our M.Des Animation program and become a master animator and storyteller.