Mumbai-based Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics has announced the launch of a new flagship 3D course, the Advanced Diploma in 3D-Xpert (AD3DXPert) with a focus on physical mediums like Digital Filmmaking and Stop. The course is a response to the often-requested requirements from the industry for greater filmmaking knowledge and deeper specializations for those entering the industry.
The new curriculum spans three semesters, with basics of digital filmmaking 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 specialization module, which could be in modeling, lighting, animation, rigging, VFX or compositing.
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 also recently announced a 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 that will add elements of studio management, production management, cross-disciplinary visual and performing arts, and advanced project work, to the diploma courses.
