GLS Launches Global B.Design With SAE
Australia’s SAE Joins GLS To Launch First Global B.Design (Hons.), Revolutionising Creative Careers In India
GLS University has launched India’s first Global B.Design (Hons.) programme in collaboration with Australia’s SAE Institute, focusing on Animation & VFX and Game Development. This four-year undergraduate course is the first in India to offer globally benchmarked specialisations in these creative media fields, combining academic rigour with hands-on training. GLS University, established in 1927 by the Gujarat Law Society, stands out as the only Indian institution authorised to provide SAE Institute’s internationally recognised curriculum and certification, marking SAE’s formal entry into the Indian education market.
The SAE Institute has a long history, having begun as a tiny audio engineering school in Sydney in 1976. It has grown to 47 campuses in 20 countries over the course of almost 50 years, emerging as a global leader in technology and creative media education. In a variety of subjects, including animation, audio, computer science, film, games, IT, music, and VFX & virtual production, it provides project-based learning. Because of its global reach, SAE is able to provide top-notch instruction and training that equips students to work in prestigious creative studios across the globe.
Navitas, the biggest private education provider in Australia and a global leader in educational pathways, supports the relationship. Navitas helps students move successfully into university life and eventually into the workforce by providing academic, cultural, and career guidance. Their route programs are meant to give students the fundamental intellectual and interpersonal skills they need to succeed in school and in their future employment in fields like technology and creative media.
The Global B.Design (Hons.) program is built around a project-based curriculum that prioritises learning by hands-on experience right from the start. Students have access to cutting-edge art facilities and equipment utilised by global creative studios. They also profit from GLS University’s vast industry network of more than 1,000 contacts, which provides internships, practical projects, and job chances with top animation, visual effects, and gaming businesses. Additionally, the program offers possibilities for international immersion and exchange, providing students with a global perspective that is essential for success in today’s technologically advanced creative industries.
Sudhir Nanavati, President of GLS University, is one of the initiative’s key leaders. He emphasised the significance of this partnership in India’s educational system. The Executive Director of GLS University, Dr. Chandni Kapadia, took delight in providing cutting-edge education to close the gap in India’s creative sectors. Navitas representatives, including Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, reiterated their enthusiasm for establishing a presence in India and preparing the upcoming generation of creators for employment around the world. Through this partnership, GLS University is effectively positioned as a leader in the field of creative media education and provides students with globally renowned credentials that improve their employability and career mobility.
Graduates in the fields of animation, visual effects, and game development can pursue a variety of careers in popular industries like digital media, gaming, movies, and advertising. These industries offer positions ranging from technical programming to creative design, with entry-level positions in India starting at about INR 3–6 lakhs annually and going up to INR 10 lakhs or more with expertise.
Animation Careers
Animators use motion to bring stories to life in movies, advertisements, and cartoons. Character designers build personalities and appearances, storyboard artists write scenario sequences, and 2D/3D animators produce character movements. Motion graphics artists use programs like After Effects to create titles and images for TV and web programming.
- Entry-level animators earn INR 2.5-4 lakhs annually, with seniors reaching INR 7-12 lakhs.
- Top employers include Disney India, advertising agencies, and OTT platforms.
- Skills in Maya or Blender open doors to global studios like DreamWorks.
VFX Careers
VFX artists enhance visuals, such as explosions or fantasy settings in films and television shows. Important professions include matte painters who create fantasy backgrounds, roto artists who neatly conceal details, and compositors who combine live action with computer effects. While FX experts manage simulations like fire or water, match movers monitor camera data for realistic integration.
- Salaries range from INR 4-9 lakhs for juniors, up to INR 10 lakhs plus for experts.
- Firms like Prime Focus, Weta Digital, and Industrial Light & Magic hire widely.
- Demand surges in Bollywood, Hollywood offshoots, and web series production.
Game Development Careers
Game developers build interactive worlds for mobiles, consoles, and PCs. Roles span level designers who craft play areas, gameplay programmers who code mechanics, and AI programmers who make smart enemies. Technical artists bridge art and code, while UI/UX programmers design smooth interfaces.
| Role | Key Tasks | Salary Range (INR, entry-level) |
|---|---|---|
| Level Designer | Builds game environments | 3-6 lakhs |
| Game Programmer | Code mechanics and features | 4-8 lakhs |
| Game Artist | Creates characters and assets | 3-7 lakhs |
By 2025, India’s animation and VFX industry hopes to become a worldwide hub, creating jobs in gaming as well. Graduates of programs like GLS University’s B.Design program have an advantage thanks to industry connections for internships and freelance work on platforms that support movies or esports.
This curriculum addresses the rapidly increasing need for qualified experts in the rapidly expanding global fields of animation, visual effects, and game development. After completing this course, students will have a top-notch education that combines technological know-how and creative abilities, preparing them to compete in the global creative economy. By fostering talent capable of spearheading the future of the creative media sector, the partnership between GLS University, SAE Institute, and Navitas establishes a new standard for India.
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