MAAC has announced an exclusive partnership with India's largest central university, the prestigious Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). As a part of this tie-up, MAAC & IGNOU will jointly offer a flagship BA degree in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (36 months). The degree programme will be delivered from MAAC's education centers nationwide using our state-of-art infrastructure.

. MAAC's research team keeps track of all developments in international markets on upgradations/innovations of softwares used in Animation & VFX and integrates the same in MAAC curriculum whenever such innovations occur. Hence you will always get to learn all softwares in vogue.

. MAAC is a creative organization. MAAC thought-process and curriculum development is driven by its studio background and supported by the "Academic Advisory Board" comprising of dignitaries from studios like "Dreamworks", "Pixion" and creative stalwarts like Kireet Khurana and Sanjiv Waeerkar. Thus it is unmatched in terms of being up-to-date and industry focused, Our AD3D Edge curriculum, as you notice, starts with a 6 months rigorous training in "Film Making" through which we first orient our students towards creativity before we teach them the software. Modules like cinematography, concepts of film making, performance art, stop motion, etc. makes them understand the film making process and makes them think creatively. Project work is given in photography, film making, scripting, etc. so that students start thinking like "creative" minds so that when they learn software they can use the software creatively. This orientation and the basic concepts they learn form the platform for them to teach the technical skills; without it they will not be useful to any organization.

NoneWe provide all requisite infrastructures like computer, cameras, projection equipment, facility of lab, auditorium, etc. at our centers. However, creative expertise builds by more and more practice and hence, if the student have access to computer beyond their time at our centers, it would definitely give them a better platform. In any field, the student who goes the extra mile beyond the confines of a classroom to seek extended knowledge and extended practice is bound to shine.

Yes. Cambridge University International Examinations (CIE) U.K., validates all our diploma offerings

Ans.. Yes. Once the student completes the entire AD3D Edge, along with the mandatory one specialization, the student can enroll into any other specialization also.

Ans. It's been a constant demand from the recruiters that the students emerging out of the institutes needs to be creatively oriented with the knowledge of film making. Most of the programs offered by various institutes create generalists and not specialists, with narrow focus on software operation only. AD3D Edge focuses very highly on the physical mediums like digital film making and stop motion animation, camera angles, lights etc. There is a lot of emphasis given on increasing the creative element within the students and also upsurges the aesthetic taste of the students. The course orients the students to be more open towards their imaginations and visualization abilities, which would help them to come up with original CONTENT. AD3D Edge has a dynamic curriculum that embraces creativity, encourages ambition and cultivates talent and real world skill.

Ans.. The entry to degree program shall be based on an entrance test and only the top will qualify, since the degree program will have limitations on total number of seats.

Ans.. The degree curriculum is managed by a Joint Coordination Committee of IGNOU and MAAC. There are 6 semesters; the first 3 semesters will be the same as AD3D Edge emphasizing on creative and technical skills. In further semesters, the students will be trained on soft skills, business and production management, and will work on an actual project of creation of content.

Ans. First and foremost you need to verify the credentials of the promoters of any educational institutions. If you apply this test, you will find only MAAC promoted and supported by highly known and accomplished business groups for whom education is a passion rather than a business. Secondly, you need to test the creative background of the institution, as animation is above all a creative field. Again you will only find MAAC qualifying. Moreover, MAAC is the only institution which has its academic division led by a stalwart in animation industry. Its CCO Mr. Sanjiv Waeerkar has been the Creative Director in animation for more than 15 years and has been associated with production like Meena in the City, Tree Monsters, Dr. Disaster, 3D Home DVD series with popular titles like Robinhood, King Kong, Christmas Carol, Three Musketeers, a fully developed award winning show from pre-production to final delivery for the Middle East called "Freej", for Lamtara Productions, a TV show for NBC/Entertainment Rights, Mike Young Productions DVD feature 'Bratz Super Babyz' & 'The Ring of Fire' a 2D TV series for Disney to name a few. The testimonies of past students can also define the appeal of the Institute for its students as well as recruiters. MAAC has been voted the best by various segments of students, studios, other recruiters, etc. Our placement records of the past speak for themselves. It is no accident that we have been leaders in this field since 2001.

Ans. Formal academic credentials are not so critical to become an animator. Nor is it necessary to be a good classical artist or have sketching skills, though these are certainly helpful. Animators come from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical. What is needed is basic computer literacy, a creative bent of mind and a desire to showcase your talent. The courses you do at MAAC will help you bring out your creativity in whatever form is best suited.

Ans. If any other institutes offer any such guarantee, it is nothing but a hog-wash. Placement of student depends on a variety of factors starting with the caliber of training, but also the seriousness and commitment of the student, the amount of practice put in, grasp of concepts, the personal and soft skills, quality of the demo (showreel) and all-round development. At MAAC, the emphasis on developing the creative and technical skills of the students to help them to develop a quality end product, their own showreel. Our fully dedicated placement team completely assists students for placements with pre-placement grooming and analysis of the shortcomings and strengths. Our aim is to provide the platform and the opportunity for a student to be the best they can be and to put their best foot forward. However in no way do we promise or guarantee placements and it would be misleading to think in this way.

Ans. Yes. All our courses carry a certificate at the end of the course. In addition to this, the AD3D Edge and AD3D Next programmers' also carry a certificate from the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE).

Ans. Over the last 2 years the domestic market for animation has grown significantly. The animation industry in India is estimated to be at USD 800 million in 2010 and set to grow at an annual rate of over 22 %. NASSCOM estimated the jobs gap for skilled animators to be about 30,000 a year. The growth of animation is also fueled by the youthful population of India and by the expanding consumer market domestically.

Ans. When hunting for the right training institute for 3D Animation and Visual Effects, there are few key important points which one must keep in mind:- Industry Alliances: - The training institute/company must have active alliances with the top players in the industry for placements, technical seminars/workshops and more. For instance, our alliances with some of the top studios in India enables us to bring, on one platform, experts from the industry and the huge talent pool pursuing courses with us.

Ans. When hunting for the right training institute for 3D Animation and Visual Effects, there are few key important points which one must keep in mind:- Industry Alliances: - The training institute/company must have active alliances with the top players in the industry for placements, technical seminars/workshops and more. For instance, our alliances with some of the top studios in India enables us to bring, on one platform, experts from the industry and the huge talent pool pursuing courses with us.

Ans. Since the field is directly to the Visual Communications, all industries which need to communicate ideas visually make use of this expertise. Within the Media and Entertainment segment, one can get into fields closely associated with this sector like Films, TV and Cable, Radio, Print, Music, Radio, Video Games, Casino, Online, Mobile, Advertising, Events, and Sports. On more industrial applications, the fields are Architectural walkthroughs, Engineering Design, Scientific Visualizations, Medical Simulations, and E-Learning.

Ans. After completing a course from MAAC, students can join in one of the following:- Character Modeler, Background/Prop Modelor, Shading/Texture Artist, Lighting Artist, Character Rigger, Character Animator, Effects/Dynamics Artist, Editors, Compositors, Graphic Artists, Architectural Pre-Visualizers, Concept Design Artist, Scripters etc.

Ans. Technical strength is the backbone of this Industry, and MAAC strongly believes in it. In our endeavor to provide quality education, we focus very strongly on hiring the best talent available and take pride in being creatively and technically, an exceptionally strong educationist. All our faculties go through an intensive training of about 3-6 months at our centralized training wing. This ensures that we provided consistent quality education across all our centres in India & International. We also have the largest no. of Autodesk and Adobe certified faculties. Faculties are supported by dedicated technical teams who constantly conduct master classes and knowledge upgrades at a national level for our faculty.

Ans. Animation is a form of visual communication. Hence it is used in a wide variety of fields in which ideas have to be conveyed intuitively and interactively. Apart from entertainment and media, it is used in gaming, advertising, e-learning, training simulations, scientific visualization, engineering design, weather simulation, pharmaceuticals, medicine, architecture and industrial design.

Ans. MAAC offers Career Course in Gaming named as Diploma in Game Design & Integration. DGDI is an impeccable course covering all the nuances of the game art, design and the integration elements. The course covers all aesthetic and technical details of the game development process which includes Digital Asset Creation and integration of them in the game engine. This is a first of its kind course which gives the students an in-depth knowledge of working with a game engine for interactivity in games.

Ans. Salaries vary per city and specialisation. Broadly, a fresher can expect Rs. 8000- 12000, and then it goes up rapidly with work experience and after 3-4 years one can look at earning 30,000 to 50,000 depending on one's competence. Top creative directors earn several lakhs.

Ans. Several MAAC students work internationally. University Of Cambridge certification for diplomas is also well known internationally.

Ans. Internship is occasionally available based on project needs, to the top students, we have a programme called MAAC MENTOR SERIES where we take students who are good with animation.

Ans. Most of the students studying with us are also committed to doing a formal education or some form of higher education. They are not fully dedicated to MAAC for 8-10 hours a day. We have events like 24 FPS, Srjan, MCS, VFX War, 3D War wherein the students are exposed to a deadline and quality oriented production process, which is very similar to working on a live project.

Ans. Drawing skills are not essential for an animation course. However, if you have some knowledge about drawing, it will be helpful, and this is why it is covered in our diploma courses. An animator should have an artistic bent of mind with a lot of passion and imaginative skills, and a desire to express themselves. Creativity is the most needed quality for this career as animation starts with developing an idea to a story. There are many forms of creativity including good story sense, good color sense, and good sense of proportions or eye for detail, good mimicry, and acting or observation skills. Patience, dedication to work and team spirit are vital to this. The curriculum and training at MAAC is designed to cover all these aspects.

Ans. At MAAC we have tied up with HDFC Bank to provide educational loans in the form of personal loan with minimum documentation process. To avail an educational loan, the institute/courses have to be recognized by UGC or AICTE. Animation as a sector is yet to get recognized by either UGC or AICTE hence no private institute can provide guaranteed educational loans.

Ans. Training is the most essential and important aspect for the creation of a skilled professional in the field of animation. A good training means a good quality showreel, which is what you require for better job prospects. Degrees or diplomas do not guarantee the hands-on skill, which is the most crucial exit competency of any training program.

Ans. A Bachelor of Arts degree goes to somebody who gets a bachelor degree in any non-technical, or science related field. A Bachelor of Science degree goes to somebody who does get a degree in a science related field. Since Animation is a form of ART, it's appropriate for the University to grant an Arts degree. As the designations are set by the universities themselves, some Universities do offer science degree for animation related courses.

Ans. As mentioned in the earlier point, Animation is a form of ARTS. The animation programme that one selects, has to have a blend of both creativity and technology. In India, most of the formal universities offer Bachelor of Arts degree, for programmes related to fine arts. Sir J J School of Arts, BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) is one of the most sought after programmes. Internationally also, the top Animation and VFX Universities offer "Bachelor of Arts" status for their degree programmes.

Ans. Industries using animation as a form of visual communication are driven by creative skills. Creatively oriented animators are far superior and more productive in their output. A candidate in this industry is primarily judged by the quality of his output - his SHOWREEL / PORTFOLIO, irrespective of which stream of degree one holds. Having said so, there are certain jobs, such as in the fields of engineering, chemistry and physics, just to name a few, where, "Bachelor of Science Degree is required".

Ans. One could be of any stream, with 10+2 / equivalent completion certificate, to apply for the MAAC's degree programme. Whereas for some B.Sc. degree programmes, one has to be from science stream, or has to take up math's or one of the subjects from science, while pursuing the 3 year degree program.