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IPVAD-XR: International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR

Elite 3-Year Master Track: 3D Animation, Houdini VFX, Virtual Production & XR

864 Hours (36 Months / 3 Years) Duration ★ 4.9 Rating (370+ Reviews)
CareerX Pathway | CreatorX Pathway

Elite 3-Yr Master in Animation, VFX & XR at MAAC Jayanagar. Up to 35% Bharat Creator Scholarship (₹40K–₹1.7L waiver) + 0% Easy EMI & 100% studio placement.

⚡ भारत Creator Scholarship: Up to 35% Scholarship on Merit!
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Program Overview

The International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR (IPVAD-XR) is MAAC's most prestigious and comprehensive 3-year flagship course. Over 864 hours, students journey through the complete creative media landscape - beginning with Graphic Design and UI/UX in Year 1, advancing to professional 3D Animation, CG Lighting and Rendering in Year 2, and culminating in cutting-edge VFX, immersive AR/VR technology, and industry showreel development in Year 3. Students gain proficiency in 20+ industry-standard tools including Autodesk Maya, SideFX Houdini, Foundry Nuke, Unreal Engine 5, and Figma. With dedicated career mentoring, live project exposure, and MAAC's 200+ studio placement network, IPVAD-XR graduates are uniquely positioned to enter a wide range of creative roles across animation, gaming, digital design, and the rapidly growing XR industry. 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.

Course Snapshot Key Fast Facts
  • Duration: 864 Hours (36 Months / 3 Years) (Flexible & Fast-Track batches available)
  • Eligibility & Relief: 10th / 12th Pass • Up to 35% Scholarship (₹40K–₹1.7L) + 0% EMI
  • Industry Tools: Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign & more
  • Placement Support: 100% Dedicated Studio Placement Cell & Portfolio Defense

Software Toolkit

Autodesk Maya Autodesk Maya
Autodesk 3ds Max Autodesk 3ds Max
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign Adobe InDesign
Figma Figma
Adobe After Effects Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Premiere Pro
DaVinci Resolve DaVinci Resolve
SideFX Houdini SideFX Houdini
Foundry Nuke Foundry Nuke
Unreal Engine 5 Unreal Engine 5
ZBrush ZBrush
Adobe Substance 3D Painter Adobe Substance 3D Painter
Arnold Renderer Arnold Renderer
Midjourney Midjourney
Runway ML Runway ML
ComfyUI ComfyUI
Gen AI Tools Gen AI Tools
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भारत Creator Scholarship for IPVAD-XR: International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR
October 2026 Merit Intake

भारत Creator Scholarship
Up to 35% Scholarship on Merit!

Applying for IPVAD-XR: International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR? First-Class academic dedication qualifies you for direct tuition fee waiver at MAAC Jayanagar. Turn your 10th or 12th marks into career funding.

Up to 35% Merit Scholarship
60%+ in 10th or 12th Marks Card
Strictly 5 Seats per Batch Quota
Offer Valid till October 31, 2026
*Terms & Conditions apply. Applicable on eligible career programs. Marksheet verification required. Excludes B.Voc degree and hardware schemes. Valid till October 31, 2026.

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This comprehensive career program is integrated with MAAC's advanced learning pathways:

CareerX

An industry-led ecosystem designed to equip you with future-ready skills, preparing you to excel and secure placements in top-tier professional studios.

CreatorX

A creative pathway focused on independent content creation, digital economy skills, and building a powerful personal brand to thrive as an independent creator.

Course Content

3 Semesters · 15 Comprehensive Modules

Year 1: Graphic Design, UI/UX & Video Production

  • Advanced Graphic Design & Digital Publishing
  • UI/UX Design & Interaction Design Principles
  • Web-Based Content Creation (HTML, CSS, Figma)
  • Video Editing & Sound Post-Production
  • Generative AI for Imagery & Video Production

Year 2: 3D Fundamentals & Advanced CG Production

  • Introduction to 3D World, Modeling & Texturing
  • CG Lighting, V-Ray & Arnold Rendering
  • Character Setup, Rigging & Animation
  • PBR Texturing & LookDev Workflows
  • Particles, Dynamics & Bifrost FX

Year 3: XR Technologies, VFX & Specialization

  • Advanced Maya, 3D Sculpting & Asset Pipeline
  • Node-Based Compositing in Foundry Nuke
  • Procedural FX & Simulations in Houdini
  • AR/VR Development & Immersive World Building in Unreal Engine 5
  • Showreel Production & Career Portfolio Development
📥 Official 2026 Curriculum & Fee Sheet

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Career Opportunities

After completing the IPVAD-XR program, you can explore dynamic roles such as:

3D Animator / Character Artist VFX Compositor UI/UX Designer XR Developer (AR/VR) Graphic Designer / Art Director Motion Graphics Artist Game Asset Artist Digital Content Creator Transmedia Storyteller Generalist TD
Career Opportunities
High-Demand Studio Career Tracks

Looking to Build a High-Growth Career in Animation, VFX & Game Design?

While IPVAD-XR 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.
📊 Data Sources: AmbitionBox India, Glassdoor (DNEG, MPC, Rockstar India), FICCI-EY Media & Entertainment Report & Karnataka AVGC-XR Policy. View AVGC Salary Report →
🎓 UGC-RECOGNIZED 3-YEAR BACHELOR'S DEGREE ⏱ 3 Years • Full-Time Degree

B.Voc in Animation & VFX

📊 UGC Degree + Global Work Visa & UPSC Eligible

Earn a formal UGC-recognized Bachelor's degree alongside your studio master track, unlocking global work visas & civil services eligibility.

Key Career Advantage:
  • ✓ Dual Credential: UGC Degree + Studio Master Portfolio
  • ✓ UPSC, KPSC, Bank PO & Master's Degree Eligible
  • ✓ WES Foreign Credential Recognized
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⚡ INTENSIVE 1-YEAR 3D FAST-TRACK ⏱ 576 Hours • 24 Months (2 Years)

AD3D EDGE Plus

📊 ₹3.5 - ₹8+ LPA Fast-Track Studio Band

Intensive 1-year focused comprehensive career program covering 3D Animation & Unreal Engine 5 for students looking for faster studio entry.

Key Career Advantage:
  • ✓ Focused 3D Character Animation & Rigging
  • ✓ Unreal Engine 5 Real-Time Rendering
  • ✓ Comprehensive CareerX Placement
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Career Trajectory Analysis

Tool Specialist vs. Studio Pipeline Career Matrix

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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 Course Upgrade Fee Credit

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.

✓ Flexible Upgrade Policy
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Transparent Fees & Flexible Installments

Plan your education investment with complete fee transparency ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹5,00,000 depending on your specialization. Flexible milestone installment schedules and 0% interest monthly Easy EMI options are available through verified education finance partners.

✓ Transparent Fee Structure & 0% Easy EMI 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

Yes. MAAC Jayanagar offers the official भारत Creator Scholarship for IPVAD-XR: International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR. Students with 60% or higher aggregate in 10th or 12th Marks Card qualify for up to a 35% direct tuition scholarship (₹40,000–₹1,70,000 fee waiver) with 0% Easy EMI options. Admissions are capped at strictly 5 scholarship seats per batch for the October 2026 intake, valid till October 31, 2026. To verify your marks card eligibility, call +91 88849 22204 or apply via WhatsApp.

To apply for the भारत Creator Scholarship (up to 35% fee relief, ₹40,000–₹1,70,000 tuition discount) and get the official 2026 fee structure with 0% Easy EMI options, connect with the MAAC Jayanagar Admissions desk at +91 88849 22204 or message on WhatsApp. You can also visit our campus in person at 3rd Floor, 11th Main Road, Jayanagar 3rd Block East, Bangalore for instant marks verification and a 1-on-1 demo.

IPVAD-XR stands for International Program in Visual Arts, Design & Extended Reality. It is MAAC's most advanced 3-year flagship professional qualification covering 3D Animation, Hollywood VFX, Virtual Production, and AR/VR development.

Course fees range from ₹25 Thousand to ₹5 Lakhs depending on the chosen program — from modular skill certifications to 2-year flagship career diplomas and 3-year degree courses.

Yes. We offer flexible payment options, including customized installment plans with 0% interest monthly Easy EMI options & we also have verified education finance partners, ensuring courses remain affordable without upfront financial burden.

IPVAD-XR is a 3-year professional industry certification program. For students seeking a recognized university degree, MAAC Jayanagar additionally offers the UGC-recognized B.Voc in 3D Animation & Visual Effects.

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