PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME IN
VISUAL EFFECTS
Visual Effects (VFX) is a comprehensive 12-month programme that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the VFX industry. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental design principles to advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, dynamics, and digital compositing. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools, preparing them for successful careers in VFX and post-production.
Detailed 12-Month Curriculum Breakdown
Module 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF DESIGN, COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND FILMMAKING (3 MONTHS)
- Introduction to visual effects
- Principles of design and visual communication
- Computer graphics
- Digital painting and matte painting
- Video and audio editing
Software Covered:
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition
Module 2: INTRODUCTION TO 3D DIGITAL ART USING MAYA (3 MONTHS)
- 3D modelling
- Texturing
- Lighting Techniques
Software Covered:
Maya
Module 3: DYNAMICS AND FLUID EFFECTS (1.5 MONTHS)
- Dynamics, Fluid Effects
- Crowd Animation
Software Covered:
Maya, XGen, Bifrost, nCloth, MASH
Module 4: VISUAL EFFECTS AND TRACKING (4.5 MONTHS)
- Digital Compositing
- Advanced Compositing Techniques
- Rotoscopy
- 3D Camera Tracking
Software Covered:
After Effects, Nuke, SilhouetteFX, 3D Equalizer
🧑🎓 Emerging Student Profile
The certified students will emerge as highly skilled professionals, equipped to excel in the visual effects industry.
They will possess:
- ✅ Strong skills in dynamics and digital compositing.
- ✅ A deep understanding of visual storytelling and filmmaking principles.
- ✅ Expertise that enables them to create compelling visual effects and deliver exceptional post-production work.