Animation courses

Do you remember the history classes in school when the teacher took us through the era of dinosaurs? Back then it was one of the most fascinating things to imagine; humongous creatures walking the planet at time when humans did not even existed.

A decade back ‘Jurassic Park’ was released which brought our history class fantasies to life through the magic of animation.

The world of animation, with its special effects and graphics beckons creative minds to set free their power. Animation is growing into a multi-billion dollar industry generating a great scope of employment for those who are ready to try their skills.

According to the FICCI-KPMG report, the estimated size of the Indian animation industry is around Rs 1,740 crore and is expected to reach Rs. 3,900 crore by 2013.

Animation, not being a mechanical subject needs lot of passion and imaginative skills. However essential animation techniques, training on relevant softwares, and understanding of cartoons and caricatures can be acquired through a formal animation training programme.

The start

Firstly, you must have the itch to draw. Then if you have completed higher secondary school as well, you can enroll into visual communication and design courses.
Animation Pro is the latest offering from Arena Animation. It is a 25 month programme which fulfils the oft-requested requirements from the industry for in-depth knowledge from freshers. BSc in multimedia and animation, from MS University, Tirunelveli in association with Arena, includes all modules from Arena’s Specialist Programme, and four mandatory modules from the university, viz., English, one second language, and two papers on soft skills.

Other courses

Game art and design is a 24-month comprehensive programme aimed at catering to the gaming industry’s demand for well trained gaming artists. The 3D graphics and visualisation  programme spans over 24 months. Animation Engineering (DAE) is a comprehensive programme in 2D and 3D animation.

Besides the above mentioned courses, there is Arena Animation Academy Specialist Programme and Arena Multimedia Specialist Programme. There are also courses in areas of web design, animation film making and post production, among others.
Students can successfully be placed as graphic designers, web designers, 2D/3D animators, 2D/3D designers, AV editors, technical trainers and visualisers in leading animation studios and entertainment companies.

Anuj Kacker
Global Head,
Arena Animation