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The B.Sc. (Hons./Hons. with Research) Digital Filmmaking program at Chandigarh University is a distinctive program that blends artistic creativity with advanced filmmaking technology. The innovative curriculum trains students across the full spectrum of the filmmaking process: Direction, Cinematography, Editing, Sound Design, Screenwriting, Production Design, VFX, AI Filmmaking, and Virtual Production. With access to cutting-edge studios, modern production equipment, and hands-on training on film sets, students gain real-world experience from day one of their academic journey. The mentorship from renowned filmmakers and experienced faculty ensures students graduate with a creative, technical, and professional skill set aligned with global film school standards.

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The Indian film industry is the world’s largest in terms of content output, producing over 2,000 films annually. Additionally, the Indian box office is projected to grow at a 14% CAGR, reaching ₹237 billion by 2028, reflecting strong industry growth and the rising demand for skilled filmmakers.

Considering the rapidly evolving ecosystem, the program incorporates AI-driven filmmaking, digital content creation, virtual production, and contemporary post-production pipelines, empowering students to thrive in modern film, OTT, advertising, and global media environments.

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Pamil Arora

Associate Professor & HOD, Animation

Undoubtedly, Chandigarh University is one of the best institutes for Bachelor of Science (Digital Film Making). Animation is a satisfying and lucrative profession, attracting youngsters in droves towards it. At Chandigarh University, we introduce our students to 3D concepts, including Modelling, Texturing, Animation, and Lighting, to provide them with a prestigious career.

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Chandigarh University B.Sc. (Digital Film Making)
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Pathway After
B.Sc. in Digital Film Making

You can directly enter the professional world with roles in various industries, including:

  • Film Director / Creative Director
  • Assistant Director (1st, 2nd, 3rd AD)
  • Cinematographer / Director of Photography
  • Production Designer / Art Director
  • Screenwriter / Script Developer
  • Virtual Production Artist
  • Motion Graphics Designer
  • VFX Artist / Compositor
  • DI Colorist
  • Social Media Content Director
  • Broadcast Producer
  • Multimedia Journalist
  • OTT Production Crew Roles
  • Creative Researcher
  • Project Coordinator/Production Manager / Line Producer
  • Film Critic / Scholar / Educator

Why Choose Chandigarh University for the
B.Sc. (Hons./Hons. with Research) Digital Filmmaking Program?

  • Industry-Aligned Curriculum: The program integrates contemporary industry practices, ensuring students learn real-time filmmaking at leading film studios, production houses, OTT creators, and visual-media companies. 
  • On-Campus Professional Studio Ecosystem: Students get to train at a professional studio ecosystem, which includes Croma Studio, Sound Recording & Mix-Master Studios, DI Theatre & Colour-Grading Labs, High-End Editing Labs, Acting & Performance Studios, Screenwriting Labs, VFX & Virtual Production Labs. 
  • Mentorship from Renowned Filmmakers: Masterclasses and workshops from nationally and internationally acclaimed directors, cinematographers, editors, actors, and VFX artists, helping students gain relevant industry insights along with industry exposure. 
  • Industry-Level Equipment & Technology: Provision of high-tech tools, including Netflix-approved cinema cameras (Sony FX9, FX6, Blackmagic systems), cinematic lighting setups, drones, sound gear, VR/AR tools, and modern filmmaking workflows.
  • Hands-On Learning & Real Production Experience: Collaboration opportunities on music videos, commercials, short films, documentaries, and branded content, helping students gain real on-set experience with professional crews.
  • Collaborations for Live Projects: Opportunities to participate in live commercial shoots, branded campaigns, and more, empowering students to develop strong portfolios that stand out in the competitive media industry.
  • Fests & Festivals Exposure: Students get the opportunity to showcase their documentaries, short films etc. at the Chandigarh University Film Festival, Dastak Theatre Film Festival, and other national and international student film festivals, offering them global exposure. 
  • Future-Ready Filmmaking Training: The academic framework emphasizes Pre-production (story, scripting, planning), Production (shooting, directing, cinematography), Post-production (editing, sound design, colour, VFX, AI), Virtual Production & Unreal Engine, AI-based tools for previsualization, screenplay.

Key Thrust Areas in the Curriculum

  • Direction and Screenplay
  • Screenwriting
  • CInematography
  • Editing
  • DI (Color Grading)
  • Production Design
  • Screen Acting
  • Sound recording & Sound Design
  • Virtual Production and FX

World-Class Studios & Labs

  • Croma studio
  • Sound & Recording Studio
  • Mix master Studio
  • DI Theatre studio
  • Editing Labs
  • Acting Studio
  • Screenwriting Labs
  • VFX Labs

Cutting-Edge Tools

  • Industry Grade, Netflix approved cameras such as Sony FX9, FX6, and Black Magic Cameras
  • Professional Lighting Equipment and Production Gears used in actual Mainstream Productions of Films, TVCs, OTTs, and MVs

Why Join Department of Animation?

We at Chandigarh University strive to give quality new age education to our students. Our faculty is our strength. We have the best in class teaching staff drawn from prestigious International and National Digital Film Making Studios. A segment of our professors are from the industry who help integrate real world applications to classroom study. You would gain in-depth understanding and global perspective to the various concepts of your course through our international faculty and guest faculty members from world’s leading organizations.

  • Specialization in 2D Animation & Graphic Design, 3D Animation, Visual Effects, 3D Asset Development and Game Design.
  • Curriculum as per global industry requirement.
  • Benchmarking institutions Vancouver film school Canada, Ringling college of art and design animation collage and Gnomon — School of Visual Effects, Games & Animation.
  • In House Animation Studio where students Earn while Learn.
  • Modern equipment’s with state of art Infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience on live projects.
  • Platform to interact with the most successful professionals of the industry.

What makes Department of Animation unique?

The well-qualified, experienced and dedicated faculty and supporting staff with industrial experience and academic orientation are working hard tirelessly to emerge as a center of excellence for imparting quality education to produce highly trained professionals and entrepreneurs in Digital Film Making. Our Animation Department provides inspirational and experiential learning through an internationally recognized curriculum matching the Industrial needs.

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Regular Studio Visit, field out trips give the student’s exposure to the external world Learning Animation Films and Creating Games.
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The atmosphere at UIFVA focuses on evolving effective, efficient, confident and knowledgeable professionals.
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We at UIFVA ensure every possible effort to take its alma mater to the happiest route of success and prosperity.

Vision

To emerge as a Centre of excellence for imparting quality education to produce highly trained professionals and entrepreneurs in Digital Film Making.

Mission

The Mission of the Department of UIFVA-Animation, Chandigarh University is to:

  • To provide State of the Art infrastructure and a conducive environment for quality education, research, and entrepreneurship.
  • To design an experiential learning-based curriculum at par with the industry requirements of Digital Film Making.
  • To empower students and faculty with skills to keep pace with the professional standards of the industry.
  • To develop collaborations for strengthening the interface with National and International Corporate, Universities, and Professional bodies.
  • To contribute towards a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable society using ISR activities.
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