» Game Design: Animation and VFX

Beginner-Level Value-Added Course

Course Introduction

“Game Design: Animation and VFX”, designed specifically for undergraduate students across all disciplines. This beginner-level course provides an engaging introduction to the creative fields of game design, animation, and visual effects. It is tailored for students with no prior experience and aims to provide foundational knowledge through practical, hands-on learning.

Participants will gain essential skills in digital animation, basic VFX techniques, game storytelling, and asset creation. The course culminates in the development of a simple portfolio project, equipping students with the basic tools to pursue further studies or opportunities in the creative technology industry.

Course Objectives

The primary goals of this course are to:

Introduce students to the fundamentals of game design, animation, and VFX.
Develop basic skills in animation principles, rigging, and environmental animation.
Explore storytelling, cutscenes, and character expression in game design.
Teach simple visual effects such as particle systems and lighting techniques.
Provide a hands-on learning experience through guided projects.
Enable students to create and optimize simple game-ready assets.
Support the creation of a beginner-level portfolio.

Who Can Enroll?

This course is open to ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS, regardless of academic background. It is especially suited for students interested in creative technologies, digital design and interactive media.

Course Details

Course Duration: 50 hours
Course Level: Beginner
Course Fee: ₹5,000
Eligibility: Open to all undergraduate students
Certification: Issued by Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences upon successful completion

Course Structure and Highlights

The course is divided into seven structured modules, each focusing on key areas of game design and animation:

Module 1: Introduction to Game Design, Animation, and VFX
Module 2: Basic Principles of Animation
Module 3: Simple Object and Environmental Animation
Module 4: Fundamentals of Visual Effects for Games
Module 5: Game Storytelling and Cutscenes
Module 6: Game Asset Creation and Optimization
Module 7: Final Project and Portfolio Development

Each module is designed with practical learning in mind and includes clear learning outcomes to ensure student progress.

Key Benefits

Structured, beginner-friendly approach with no prior experience required
Practical, hands-on sessions and project-based learning
Development of a personal portfolio with a final project
Certification from a reputed institution