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3D Real-Time Plus: Program in 3D & Real-Time Design

Program in 3D & Real-Time Design

288 Hours (12 Months / 1 Year) Duration

Master Unreal Engine 5, Real-Time 3D & Gen-AI at MAAC Jayanagar Bangalore. Real-time lighting, Nanite & MetaHumans. 100% placement support & easy EMI.

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Program Overview

The 3D & Real-Time Design Plus (3D Real-Time Plus) program is a 288-hour career-focused course that bridges traditional 3D animation pipelines with the rapidly expanding world of real-time rendering and game engines. Starting with visual design fundamentals and progressing through professional 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation in Autodesk Maya, the course culminates in an advanced real-time semester where students master Unreal Engine 5 and Unity for game art, environment design, and architectural visualization. With additional training in digital sculpting (ZBrush), cloth simulation (Marvelous Designer), and photogrammetry, graduates are equipped to work across game studios, VFX houses, and the rapidly growing XR and arch-viz sectors. MAAC Jayanagar's industry-certified faculty and placement network ensure a direct pathway into top companies. You will learn from industry veterans through hands-on projects, giving you the real-world experience needed to excel. Our curriculum is continually updated to meet studio demands, ensuring you graduate with a production-ready portfolio and comprehensive placement assistance.

Software Toolkit

Autodesk Maya Autodesk Maya
Autodesk 3ds Max Autodesk 3ds Max
ZBrush ZBrush
Adobe Substance 3D Painter Adobe Substance 3D Painter
Marvelous Designer Marvelous Designer
Arnold Renderer Arnold Renderer
Unreal Engine 5 Unreal Engine 5
Unity Unity
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After Effects Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Premiere Pro
Gen AI Tools Gen AI Tools
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& more

Course Content

Semester 1: Visual Foundations & Digital Content

  • Visual Design Foundations & Art Direction
  • Fundamentals of Filmmaking & Layout
  • Video & Sound Editing for Pre-Production
  • Compositing Basics & Motion Design
  • Generative AI for Pre-Visualization

Semester 2: 3D Modeling, Animation & Rendering

  • 3D Modeling in Autodesk Maya
  • PBR Texturing & Materials
  • Advanced CG Lighting & Arnold Rendering
  • Character Setup, Rigging & Animation
  • Dynamics, Particles & FX Simulations

Semester 3: Advanced Real-Time Workflow

  • Advanced CG Modeling & Digital Sculpting in ZBrush
  • Cloth Simulation with Marvelous Designer
  • Photogrammetry & Asset Optimization
  • Real-Time Environment Design in Unreal Engine 5
  • Game Asset Pipeline & Portfolio Showreel

Career Opportunities

After completing the 3D Real-Time Plus program, you can explore dynamic roles such as:

3D Environment Artist Game Asset Artist Level Designer Architectural Visualization Artist Real-Time FX Artist 3D Generalist Character Animator Lighting & Rendering Artist Technical Artist
Career Opportunities
High-Demand Studio Career Tracks

Looking to Build a High-Growth Career in 3D & Real-Time Engines?

While 3D Real-Time Plus delivers targeted software proficiency, leading studios seek artists with complete end-to-end production pipelines. Explore our recommended comprehensive career programs below:

💡 Industry Hiring Insight: Top animation, VFX & gaming studios prioritize candidates trained across the complete production pipeline, providing significantly broader placement eligibility, higher starting compensation bands, and faster promotion pathways.
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🔥 #1 STUDIO-RECOMMENDED 3D CAREER TRACK ⏱ 576 Hours • 24 Months (2 Years)

AD3D EDGE Plus

📊 ₹3.5 - ₹8+ LPA Entry-to-Growth Studio Band

End-to-end AAA 3D animation production pipeline: Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance 3D Painter & Unreal Engine 5 with dedicated CareerX placement guarantee.

Key Career Advantage:
  • Full 3D Character & Creature Rigging
  • Unreal Engine 5 Real-Time Rendering
  • 100% Placement & Showreel Mentorship
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💎 ELITE 3-YEAR STUDIO MASTER PROGRAM ⏱ 864 Hours • 36 Months

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📊 ₹5.0 - ₹12+ LPA Multi-Discipline Master Band

MAAC's most prestigious 3-year master program covering full 3D Animation, Houdini VFX, Unreal Engine 5 Virtual Production & Generative AI studio workflows.

Key Career Advantage:
  • Triple Specialization: 3D + VFX + XR
  • Virtual Production & LED Volume Training
  • Direct Studio Fast-Track Placement
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Career Trajectory Analysis

Tool Specialist vs. Studio Pipeline Career Matrix

Evaluation Parameter Short-Term / Foundation Track Studio Advanced Career Program
🛠️ Software Mastery 1–2 Isolated software tools 8–12 Integrated Studio DCCs (Maya, ZBrush, Substance, UE5, Nuke, Houdini)
🎬 Showreel Output Static assets, single turntable models Full 24fps cinematic short film or playable Unreal Engine 5 level
🏢 Studio Hiring Scope Junior asset cleanup, prep, basic rotoscopy Multi-department deployment across AAA Gaming, Film VFX & Animation Studios
📈 Starting Pay Scale ₹2.2L – ₹3.0L PA entry operator band ₹3.8L – ₹8.5L+ PA studio artist band with accelerated promotion track
🛡️ Industry Resilience High risk from automated single-tool plugins Complete pipeline understanding resistant to AI and technological shifts
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60-Day 100% Fee Credit Guarantee

Unsure about committing to a 2-year comprehensive career program right away? Start with a foundation or short-term course today. If you decide to upgrade to any Comprehensive Career Program within your first 60 days, 100% of your paid fees will be credited toward your comprehensive career program enrollment with zero transfer penalty.

✓ Zero Risk Upgrade Policy
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Flexible Monthly EMI (₹15k – ₹20k/mo)

Manage your education investment smoothly with flexible monthly installment options ranging from ₹15,000 to ₹20,000/month. We provide comprehensive education loan assistance through trusted, RBI-regulated educational lending partners with instant verification and minimal paperwork.

✓ Zero Down Payment & Easy Approval Options
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Free 1-on-1 Studio Mentorship Session

Not sure which creative specialization matches your natural skills? Schedule a free 30-minute 1-on-1 portfolio review & career roadmap session with our senior studio faculty at our Jayanagar campus. Experience our high-end graphics workstations firsthand.

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🏛️ UGC & NEP 2020 Recognized Degree Pathways
📜 Onlinevarsity & Aptech QR Verified Certification
🏆 MESC & Skill India Aligned Curriculum Standards
💼 Dedicated Placement Cell with 100% Showreel Prep

Course FAQs

The fee ranges from Rs. 1 Lakh to Rs. 5 Lakhs depending on the course duration and specialization. We offer flexible payment options with Easy EMI (Monthly Payments). Click here to Chat with us on WhatsApp (+91 8884922204) for personalized batch fees, installment options & installment plans.

Yes. The third semester is entirely dedicated to real-time 3D pipelines using Unreal Engine 5. Students learn environment art, level design, real-time lighting and cinematics, and how to publish game-ready assets. Unity is also introduced as an alternative engine for mobile and indie game pipelines.

Graduates are well-suited for roles as 3D Environment Artists, Game Asset Artists, Architectural Visualization Specialists, Real-Time FX Artists, and Level Designers at game studios, architecture firms, and XR companies in Bangalore and globally.

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