MSc in Animation and Game Art
Master of Science (M.Sc)
Animation and Game Art
Overview
The M.Sc. Animation and Game Art programme is designed to develop advanced creative, technical, and production-level competencies for careers in high-end animation, AAA game art, and immersive digital media. The curriculum emphasises cinematic storytelling, character and environment design, real-time production workflows, visual effects integration, and industry-aligned pipelines using professional-grade tools. Learning takes place within studio-based environments under the mentorship of experienced industry practitioners. The programme culminates in a comprehensive portfolio or a production-oriented project, equipping graduates for senior creative and technical roles in the global animation, gaming, and entertainment industries.
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
No. of Credits: 84
Eligibility
A student who has passed a 3-year undergraduate degree (level 5.5, a total of 120 credits) shall be eligible for admission to 2-year M.Sc. programmes.
Preference will be given to candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to the reserved category) in the qualifying examination.
However, students who have not studied the requisite courses from the discipline related to the respective programmes will have to undertake the prescribed bridge course(s).
Course Highlights
The M.Sc Animation and Game Art programme offers advanced training in cinematic animation, game art creation, and real-time production pipelines. The curriculum covers character and environment development, visual effects, lighting, rendering, and engine-based workflows using industry-standard software. Through studio-oriented learning, collaborative production projects, structured portfolio development, and continuous industry mentorship, graduates are prepared for specialised creative roles in animation, gaming, and immersive media sectors. The programme also provides an opportunity to pursue research through a dissertation or a practice-led production project.
Study Campus
JGI Knowledge Campus,
#44/4, District Fund Road,
Jayanagar 9th Block,
Bengaluru – 560 041
Admissions Office
JAIN Knowledge Campus
# 44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 5600 69
P : +91 8951362405
Curriculum Structure
- Advanced Principles of Animation Lab
- 3D Modelling and Texturing Techniques Lab
- Sound Design and Audio Post-Production Lab
- Research Methodology and Intellectual Property Rights
- Open Elective I
- Digital Sculpting and Character Design Lab
- Transdisciplinary Project-Centric Learning I
- Rigging and Dynamics Lab
- Research Publication Lab
- Advanced 3D Modelling and Sculpting Lab
- VFX Compositing and Motion Graphics Lab
- Texturing and Look Development Lab
- Environment Design and Asset Development Lab
- Mini Project: Short Animated Film / Game Scene
- Transdisciplinary Project-Centric Learning II
- Lighting, Rendering and Look Development Lab
- Game Art and Interactive Asset Design Lab
- Animation Techniques and Performance Lab
- Motion Capture Animation and Layout Lab
- Real-Time Asset Integration and Rendering Lab
- Open Elective II
- Summer Internship
- Transdisciplinary Project-Centric Learning III
- Portfolio Development and Production Management Lab
- Emerging Trends in Animation and Game Art Lab
- Narrative Design and Storyboarding Lab
- Game Art Production Pipeline Lab
- Dissertation
- Transdisciplinary Project-Centric Learning IV
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the M.Sc. Animation and Game Art are well-prepared for diverse and evolving professional pathways, including:
Creative Production and Visual Storytelling
Graduates design and deliver visually compelling narratives for animation, games, and digital media by combining artistic sensibility with production-ready technical skills. They contribute to the creation of characters, environments, and sequences that communicate meaning, emotion, and cultural relevance within professional studio pipelines.
Real-Time and Immersive Media Practices
Graduates develop and integrate real-time assets and interactive experiences for games, virtual production, and immersive media platforms. They apply emerging technologies and AI-assisted creative tools responsibly to build engaging, scalable, and future-ready digital environments across entertainment, education, and experiential industries.
Production, Pipeline, and Creative Operations
Graduates operate effectively within structured production ecosystems, aligning creative output with technical workflows, timelines, and collaborative processes. They support efficient content delivery, quality control, and pipeline optimisation while demonstrating professional accountability and cross-disciplinary communication.
Research, Practice-Led Inquiry, and Academic Pathways
Graduates engage in analytical and practice-led research to examine animation, game art, and digital visual cultures. They contribute to knowledge creation through structured inquiry, experimental production, or advanced academic study, supporting innovation, pedagogy, and critical understanding of media technologies.
Independent Practice and Creative Entrepreneurship
Graduates translate creative expertise into sustainable independent practice through freelancing, consultancy, or entrepreneurial ventures. They apply professional ethics, intellectual property awareness, and adaptive skillsets to navigate interdisciplinary creative economies and evolving market demands.
These outcomes reflect the programme’s focus on creative excellence, technological adaptability, and professional responsibility, enabling graduates to remain relevant, mobile, and impactful across the rapidly evolving animation and game art landscape.
Career Enhancement
To support global professional branding and emerging creative competencies, a Professional Certification Course titled Essential Skills in Generative AI for Creatives, offered by Adobe and LinkedIn, is integrated into the programme.