Animation

The main difference between these two programmes is the length of study and depth of creative study-
BSc in Animation (3 years): It is a technical course with a strong emphasis on execution in animation and visual effects. 
BDes in Animation (4 years): A more general course with a strong emphasis on creative thinking and artistic theory. While technical skills are taught, there is an extra year to explore the "art" of storytelling and conceptualisation in detail.
In summary, a BSc in Animation is more technical, whereas a BDes in Animation is more on the creative side.

LPU's animation programs integrate storytelling as a core foundation, starting with early semesters that cover storyboarding, concept art, and narrative principles alongside drawing and design basics.​
Progression includes applying these skills in 3D character animation, motion graphics, and VFX projects using tools like Maya and After Effects.
This hands-on approach ensures practical narrative development throughout, preparing students for industry demands without hype.

You should pass with atleast 50% in any stream in 12th from any board 

The Animation, VFX and Gaming programme at chandigarh University is a 3-4 year undergraduate course for students who have completed +2 grade. The average tuition fee is around 80,000 to 90,000 Rupees per semester, making the total course fee approximatly 6-7 Lakh. Additional charges such as examination fees, hostel fees, and other academic expenses may be charged separately by the University.

Scholarship may also be available through the CUCET entrance exam based on merit.

Animation students at LPU get hands-on experience through real-world projects woven into the curriculum, like crafting short films, 3D animations inspired by live action, and VFX designs using tools such as Maya or Blender. These assignments make up a big chunk of learning, around 50 percent, focusing on creation over exams to build practical skills in graphics, gaming, and multimedia. Student works, including collaborative visual art and digital media pieces, often get showcased in competitions, helping sharpen industry-ready talents without heavy theory. This setup supports steady growth in a supportive environment.

Animation courses at LPU cover industry-standard tools like Maya for 3D modeling and animation, Adobe After Effects and Premiere for compositing and video editing, and Blender for versatile 3D workflows. Students also learn Toon Boom Harmony for 2D animation, Nuke for advanced VFX, and Substance Painter for texturing. These programs emphasize hands-on practice in high-tech labs, building skills in graphics, simulation, and dynamics applicable to gaming and film. The curriculum aligns with current media demands as of 2026.

LPU provides scholarships through phased admissions and LPUNEST performance for animation courses like B.Des. in Animation and VFX. Early Phase-I applications, typically until April, secure higher scholarship brackets up to 50% off programme fees based on qualifying exam scores or test results. Later phases offer reduced amounts, effectively rewarding prompt enrollment. Eligibility requires 60% in 10+2 with Physics, Math, and English, subject to LPUNEST or JEE Main/CUET. International students get Early Decision Benefit waivers valid till March 31, 2026.