Diploma in Animation and VFX Online

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Elevate your professional profile in the competitive landscape by getting hands-on experience with industry-standard software and a certified expert!

Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX Course Insights

Our one-year online Diploma in 3D Animation and Visual Effects empowers you to master the fundamentals of animation and visual effects. Through this immersive program, you will delve into the principles of animation, learning to bring characters and environments to life, while also exploring advanced techniques in visual effects creation.
You will study animation principles and numerous software techniques throughout the year, which will help you lay a solid foundation before beginning your professional career.

3D Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) Course Highlights
- - Live Mentor Connect
  - Idea Exchange Arena
  - Workshops & Masterclasses
  - Clarity Connect
  - Revise & Rise
  - Duration- 1 Year
  - Live Virtual Classes
  - Learn from Industry Experts
  - Learn from 1050+ Recorded Video Lectures
  - 61 Exclusive Downloadable Content / E-Workbooks
  - Live Doubt-clearing Sessions
  - Earn Prestigious AAFT Alumni Status
  - Placement Assistance
  - Learn in-demand software like Maya, Blender and Adobe Illustrator
  - E-Certification
What you will learn in Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX Course
- - Principles of animation
  - Creative visualization and 2D/3D animation
  - Sketching and storyboarding
  - Concepts of graphics and digital Illustration
  - How to convey emotions through character animation
  - How to use staging and composition to tell a story
  - Learn to create VFX with the help of latest software
Pre- Requisites for Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX Course
- Before you begin, there are certain prerequisites that you need to have:
  - Candidates must have completed the 12th grade from a recognized board.
  - Participants will need a laptop with at least a 3 GHz Processor, 512 GB SSD, 8 GB ram or more, and a dedicated 2 GB or more VRAM/Graphics Card.
  - Students should be able to use drawing software on a basic level.

Advantages of Learning Live with AAFT Online

Structured support | Deeper engagement | Better outcomes

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Monthly 1:1 mentor session tailored to your level, offering guidance, feedback, and clear direction to help you grow with confidence.

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Join guided group discussions that foster idea-sharing, creative thinking, and confident learning through meaningful peer interaction.

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Attend live, practice-focused workshops and masterclasses that build key skills through deep, engaging, real-world learning without disrupting regular classes.

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Attend monthly live clarity sessions dedicated to resolving doubts related to concepts, assignments, and learning tools, ensuring better understanding and continuous academic progress.

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Benefit from trimester-end revision sessions designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for assessments while boosting confidence and improving overall academic performance.

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Monthly 1:1 mentor sessions tailored to your level, offering personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and clear direction to help you grow steadily and build confidence throughout your learning journey.

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Participate in guided group discussions that encourage idea-sharing, creative thinking, and peer learning, helping you gain new perspectives while building confidence through meaningful and engaging interactions.

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Attend live, practice-focused workshops and masterclasses designed to build key skills through deep, engaging, and real-world learning experiences without interrupting your regular academic schedule.

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Attend monthly live clarity sessions dedicated to resolving doubts related to concepts, assignments, and learning tools, ensuring better understanding and continuous academic progress.

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Benefit from trimester-end revision sessions designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for assessments while boosting confidence and improving overall academic performance.

Industry Dean

Future in Frames:

Charuvi Agrawal Leads

AAFT’s 3D Animation Diploma as Industry Dean!

Dive into the mesmerizing world of 3D Animation at AAFT Online, under the dynamic leadership of Charuvi Agrawal. Celebrated for her boundary-pushing creativity and technical brilliance.

Charuvi's impressive accolades include two "Limca Books of World Records" honors and being hailed at "Incredible India @60" in New York as a transformative global artist. As Industry Dean, Charuvi will ignite the imaginations of our aspiring animators, guiding them with her unparalleled expertise. Her influential presence at prestigious platforms like GDG Women Techmakers @Google, Tedx @IIT Kharagpur, and SIGGRAPH reflects her profound industry impact. Embark on a thrilling journey of animation excellence with Charuvi Agrawal at AAFT Online, where innovation meets inspiration.

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Key Projects

Immerse yourself in the realm of creativity with our project-focused approach in the 3D Animation and VFX curriculum, carefully crafted to prepare you for success in the captivating fields of animation and visual effects.

3D Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) Career Prospects

Unlock a world of opportunities in the thriving 3D animation and visual effects industry, where your creativity and technical expertise can shine.

Multimedia specialist

Compositing artist

VFX Artist

Motion graphics designer

FX technical director

Jumpstarting your Animation and VFX Career

Unlock your creative potential and kickstart your career in 3D animation and VFX. We pledge to support our students in exploring their capabilities by offering comprehensive placement assistance. You'll have the chance to join exclusive placement drives, opening doors to a world of limitless opportunities. Embrace endless possibilities and make the best career choices imaginable.

Career Mapping & Career Counselling

Resume Building & Review Sessions

Soft Skills & Personality Development

Interview Enhancement & Training Sessions

Expert Mentoring

Placement Drive

Jumpstart your career with AAFT online diploma in animation and VFX course

Certification

Upon successful completion of the program, learners will be awarded

NSDC Certificate

Co-branded by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Skill India, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, This certificate aligns your training with national standards and boosts employability.

CII Certificate

Awarded by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this certification validates your skills and aligns you with recognized industry standards, boosting your career credibility.

NSDC Certificate

CII Certificate

Awarded by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this certification validates your skills and aligns you with recognized industry standards, boosting your career credibility.

How it works

Fill up application form

Apply for the Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX course by filling in a simple online application form.

Interview Process

The admission team will review your form and will call you for the interview.

Join the program

An offer letter would be rolled out to the selected few candidates for the diploma in 3D animation and VFX course. Secure your seat by paying the admission fee

Application Deadline: 06^th Apr'26

Admission will close once the requisite number of participants enroll for the upcoming batch. Apply early to secure your seat.

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Batch Commencement Date: 25^th Apr'26

Empowering Freelance projects using Adobe suite!

Craft, Earn, Thrive! Our animation course isn't just about learning; it's a gateway to boundless opportunities. With the complete Adobe suite at your fingertips, you'll not only master animation but also unlock the world of freelancing. Harness your newfound skills and the power of these industry-standard tools to dive into freelance projects on platforms like Behance, Upwork, Fiverr, and more. Create, design, and deliver using the same software provided in our toolkit. Turn your creative passion into a profitable endeavor and embark on a freelance journey that aligns with your learning experience.

3D Animation and VFX Course Synopsis

Our Diploma in 3D Animation & Visual Effects (VFX) course will help you go beyond the traditional animation and VFX designing methods. You'll equip the relevant skills, knowledge, and technical training required to make a smooth transition into the field. Here's how the course goes.

Module 1 - Pre-Production

4 Modules

17.33 Hours
- Module 1 – Principles of Design
  
  Module 2 – Character Design
  
  Module 3 – Storytelling
  
  Module 4 – Idea and script designing
Module 2 - Digital Designing / Visual Design

4 Modules

12.83 Hours
- Module 5 – Introduction to Graphic design
  
  Module 6 – Vector Illustration
  
  Module 7 – Digital Image Editing
  
  Module 8 – Print Media Design
Module 3 - Editing

7 Modules

13.66 Hours
- Module 9 – Introduction to Editing
  
  Module 10 – Timeline + Working with Audio
  
  Module 11 – Effect and video panel
  
  Module 12 – Working with transitions
  
  Module 13 – Graphics (Titles)
  
  Module 14 – Color Correction and export
  
  Module 15 – Exporting your project
Module 4 - Motion Graphics & Digital Compositing

5 Modules

15.83 Hours
- Module 16 – Workflow structure
  
  Module 17 – Animation
  
  Module 18 – Text and shapes
  
  Module 19 – Motion Graphics
  
  Module 20 – Exporting your project
Module 5 - Asset Design & Modeling

4 Modules

12 Hours
- Module 21 – Art of Maya
  
  Module 22 – Types of Modelling
  
  Module 23 – Asset Construction
  
  Module 24 – Character Modelling
Module 6 - Lighting & Look Development

6 Modules

14.50 Hours
- Module 25 – Overview of Material UI
  
  Module 26 – Shading and Texturing
  
  Module 27 – CG Lighting aspects
  
  Module 28 – Techniques of lighting
  
  Module 29 – Camera Attributes
  
  Module 30 – Scene rendering
Module 7 - FX

5 Modules

15:00 Hours
- Module 31 – FX Dynamics
  
  Module 32 – Ndynamics
  
  Module 33 – Fluid
  
  Module 34 – Bifrost Fluid Simulation
  
  Module 35 – 3D Motion Graphics
Module 8 - Rigging

4 Modules

14.16 Hours
- Module 36 – Rigging and Convention Workflow
  
  Module 37 – Rigging concepts
  
  Module 38 – Vehicle Rigging
  
  Module 39 – Character Rigging
Module 9 - Animation

5 Modules

13.16 Hours
- Module 40 – CG Animation Concepts
  
  Module 41 – Graphic editor
  
  Module 42 – Ball Bounce Animation
  
  Module 43 – Vehicle Animation
  
  Module 44 – Character Animation
Module 10 - Introduction

3 Modules

15 Hours
- Module 45 – Visual effects
  
  Module 46 – Understanding file info
  
  Module 47 – Keying
Module 11 - GUI

2 Modules

15.66 Hours
- Module 48 – GUI: Getting started
  
  Module 49 – File organizing
Module 12 - Motion Tracking

4 Modules

15.33 Hours
- Module 50 – Motion tracking
  
  Module 51 – Matchmoving
  
  Module 52 – Introduction to Blender
  
  Module 53 – CG Integration
Module 13 - Final Export

1 Modules

15.83 Hours
- Module 54 – Final compositing and Rendering

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The Experts at AAFT Online bring a blend of professional experience and academic expertise to provide you with the right skills to become a market-ready professional.

Ms. Aparajita Tiwari

Graphic Designer Experience: 10 Years

Aparajita Tiwari is a graduate from National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi. She has been working as a graphic designer for over 10 years now. She is the founder of One Small Design Studio, a design and communication studio in New Delhi. Graphic designer, content architect and visual storyteller.

Mr. VVS Prabhakar

Graphic Designer Experience: 20 Years

Mr Prabhakar is a qualified Robotics Engineer with considerable experience in Animation industry. He has been involved in pre-production, character design, concept art, stop motion animation and other related processes. He is a certified Solidworks professional and has done a lot of product design and machine design as well.

Mr. Shashank Khaira

VR/AR and VFX EXPERT Experience: 7 Years

Mr. Shashank is a seasoned professional in Gaming, AR, VR, and VFX with a portfolio including award-winning projects like Antman 2, Napolean, Dungeons & Dragons, and Bombarika. Proficient in industry-standard software like Nuke, Houdini, 3DS Max, Maya and more, Mr. Shashank is a valuable asset for learners seeking guidance.

Ms. Akriti Aggarwal

Graphic Designer Experience: 10 Years

Ms Akriti is a graphic designer and fashion prints developer, who has acquired extensive knowledge in the field with a post-graduate degree in graphic designing. In the past 11 years, Ms Akriti has worked with many national and international brands and export houses like Shadow and Bone (Netflix), Atith International, Nandini Processors Pvt Ltd.

Mr. Ashish Ahuja

Animation Expert Experience: 16 Years

Mr. Ashish is an educational industry professional with extensive experience in Animation, Graphics, VFX Media & Entertainment Technologies. He possesses expertise in hands-on training and developing core strategy in deploying forward-thinking and industry-centric curriculum.

Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX Course fees

INR 1,60,000 /-

No Cost EMIs available.

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Diploma in 3D Animation and VFX FAQs

Q1. What is the duration of the course?
- The duration of the Diploma in 3D animation offered by AAFT Online is one year. This diploma will help you learn about the principles of animation and VFX. Our one-year animation course is designed to teach you the foundations of animation and the advanced mechanics of producing an animated figure and visual effects.
  
  For more course-related information, you can download our brochure.
Q2. Is a Diploma in 3D animation course worth it?
- India’s animation and VFX industry was valued at around 53 billion Indian rupees in 2020 and is estimated to grow up to 129 billion rupees this year.
  
  So yes, because the popularity of the animation industry has skyrocketed, and it has become one of the most lucrative professions nowadays. Pursuing a 3D animation course online will give you in-depth knowledge about the technicalities of creating 2D/3D animation.
Q3. What is the salary for a diploma in 3D animation?
- The average salary package for students of 3D animation degree courses in India is Rs 3 lakh to Rs 8 lakh per annum. There are several career prospects that a 3D animation student can think to pursue after they have completed their course.
  
  A diploma in 3D animation from AAFT Online will open doors for various career prospects like Multimedia specialist, Compositing artist, VFX Artist, Motion graphics designer, FX technical director, and more.
  
  For more information you can contact us via email or phone, the contact details are mentioned below:
  
  Email – admissions@aaftonline.com
  
  Contact - 08071576809
Q4. What is the qualification required for the course?
- To pursue the 3D Animation and VFX course, a candidate should have cleared the 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks. With AAFT Online, candidates can pursue the course irrespective of their educational background. However, there is a basic eligibility criterion that AAFT Online follows, which is mentioned below:
  
  1. Passion for visual storytelling and creativity
  
  2. Basic understanding of computer graphics and software tools
  
  3. Ability to visualize and create digital imagery
  
  4. Good problem-solving and analytical skills
  
  5. Keen interest in animation trends, visual effects, and cutting-edge technology
  
  For more information about the course, you can visit AAFT Online or download the course brochure.
Q5. Is 2D animation included in the course curriculum for the 3D and Animation program?
- Our 3D and Animation course primarily focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of three-dimensional animation. Currently, we do not offer specific instruction in 2D animation within this program. Our curriculum is tailored to equip learners with a strong foundation in 3D animation, emphasizing the skills necessary to excel in this dynamic and evolving field.

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Advantages of Learning Live with AAFT Online

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Key Projects

3D Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) Career Prospects

Jumpstarting your Animation and VFX Career

Certification

NSDC Certificate

CII Certificate

NSDC Certificate

CII Certificate

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Empowering Freelance projects using Adobe suite!

3D Animation and VFX Course Synopsis

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Become an industry certified 3D Animator

Know our Animation Experts

Ms. Aparajita Tiwari

Mr. VVS Prabhakar

Mr. Shashank Khaira

Ms. Akriti Aggarwal

Mr. Ashish Ahuja

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