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3D Animation & VFX Program in Ahmedabad

A focused professional program that builds strong 3D animation and visual-effects skills — modelling, rigging, animation, dynamics and compositing — and readies you for studio roles with a polished demo reel.

Duration27 MonthsStructure5 ModulesModeClassroom · Nikol
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    31Years in India
    30+Cities
    5 Lakh+Students Trained
    100%Placement Support
    Curriculum

    What You’ll Master

    5 structured modules covering the complete, industry-ready syllabus.

    01

    Module 1: Fundamentals of Art, Design, and Computer Graphics (6 Months)

    • History of Animation and VFX
    • Drawing basics and sketching techniques
    • Colour theory and painting
    • Storytelling and scriptwriting
    • Character design and digital illustration
    • Storyboarding
    • Computer Graphics
    • Video and audio editing
    02

    Module 2: 3D Digital Art (6 Months)

    • 3D modelling using Maya
    • Environmental modelling
    • Advanced texturing
    • Rendering and look development
    03

    Module 3: Lighting, Animation, and Dynamics (6 Months)

    • Lighting techniques
    • Rigging techniques
    • 3D character animation principles
    • Dynamics
    • Motion graphics
    04

    Module 4: Advanced Dynamics and Visual Effects (6 Months)

    • Advanced Dynamics
    • Fire and Smoke Simulations
    • Digital Compositing
    05

    Module 5: Elective Specialisation (Any 1) (3 Months)

    • Modelling and texturing specialisation
    • Lighting and shading specialisation
    • Character animation specialisation
    • Visual effects specialisation
    Tools & Software

    Train on Industry-Standard Tools

    Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorPremiereAuditionMayaSpeedTreeSubstance PainterMarmoset ToolbagArnoldXGenBulletMashBifrostRealFlow
    Career Outcomes

    Roles You Can Step Into

    Enter film, gaming, advertising and OTT production studios.

    3D Animator
    Modelling Artist
    Rigging Artist
    VFX Artist
    Lighting Artist
    Compositor
    FX Artist
    Texturing Artist
    Why ZICA Nikol

    Why Students Choose ZICA

    India’s premiere creative-arts institute — built to make you employable.

    India’s Top Animation Institute

    Premiere traditional & digital animation training with an industry-focused, career-ready curriculum and student loan facility.

    University-Backed Degrees

    Collaboration with a recognised university for Animation & VFX degrees, world-class infrastructure and the latest software.

    Learning Made Simple

    E-Studio app for e-books on the go, a fun studio environment, portfolio & showreel guidance, and placement support.

    Placement Assistance

    Placement opportunities with top animation & VFX studios and dedicated career support.

    Workshops & Masterclasses

    Monthly & yearly activities, workshops and masterclasses to build a competitive, creative edge.

    Student Loan Facility

    Instant student loan assistance so finances never stand between you and your creative career.

    Start Your Creative Career Today

    Book a free demo class and see why ZICA Nikol is Gujarat’s top creative institute.

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