MAAC launches new AD3DXPert Diploma course with specialization module

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Animation education leader, Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC), has announced the launch of a new flagship 3D course, the Advanced Diploma in 3D-Xpert (AD3DXPert) with high focus on physical mediums like Digital Filmmaking and Stop Motion. The course is a response to the often-requested requirements from the industry for greater film-making knowledge and deeper specializations for freshers entering the industry.

The new curriculum spans three semesters, with basics of digital film-making and cinematography forming the first semester alongside the physical medium of stop motion animation. The second semester contains the fundamental concepts of 3D. At the end of this semester, the students will have a good foundation in 3D, and will be counseled by their faculty as to what specialization best suits them. In the third semester, the student doubles up with more concepts of 3D and post-production, alongside the chosen specialisation module, which could be in modeling, lighting, animation, rigging, VFX or compositing.

Jasmeet Bhasin, Director Academic, MAAC, added, “It’s a major milestone to offer a curriculum which is both specialized and driven by filmmaking concepts. It is designed so students start interacting with physical mediums like Digital Filmmaking and Stop Motion at an early stage, and then goes on to cover all the CG major disciplines, before allowing a more matured student to make a knowledgeable choice of specialization. This boosts the creative ability and overall focus of the student.”

Along with AD3DXPert, MAAC will rework its other diploma course as AD3DPro, a general course for 3D students. The courses will continue to bear the exclusive validation of University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). MAAC will also be creating standalone specialized modules for advanced students and professionals.

MAAC recently also announced a prestigious degree tie-up with IGNOU, the largest central university. This will include a certificate program, advanced diploma program and a three-year B.A. in Animation which will add elements of studio management, production management, cross-disciplinary visual and performing arts, and advanced project work, to the diploma courses.

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Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC), a division of Maya Entertainment Ltd. (MEL), has been a pioneer in 3D animation training since 2001. MAAC presently imparts professional training in animation and visual effects to over 12,000 students across 63 centers and 35 cities. Animation powerhouse MEL is backed by leaders in finance, media and technology, including Enam Securities, Bhukhanwala Holdings, Concept Communications and Intel Capital. Its other divisions include an award winning international animation production studio engaged in services and own IP, as well as a creative development enterprise MAAC Junior Toon Club (MJTC), for school children. MAAC also convenes the annual 24 FPS animated film festival for students and professionals.

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MAAC has been always in the forefront of innovation in its offerings to students due to its association with MEL, one of the largest production studios in the country. It is now widely realized by recruiters that the talent needs to be creatively oriented to deliver the best output and needs to be specialized in specific areas of expertise. Their Academic Advisory Board has endorsed both this view and the revised diploma offering that caters to this need.