The objective of the Programme is to approach game design and simulation in a holistic manner with the combination of game theory and appropriate creative and technical skill sets inculcated through extensive classes, design projects and industry experiences. These targets will be achieved with a cutting-edge design lab, VR and Simulation studio. Industry-driven game design projects will be brought into the classroom for a glimpse into real-world practices. Simulation design projects will target improved safety standards across industries, notably in the healthcare, aviation and defence industries.
Through a student-centred, project-based curriculum, you will develop specialist skills while working as part of an interdisciplinary team comprising of peers across various UID programmes. You will be exposed to a unique amalgamation of creative and technical skills such as VR, XR and AI. During the two internships at gaming studios, you will gain the experience of working towards deadlines as part of a multi-disciplinary project team to produce games at professional standards. Along with all the creativity and technical skills, you get an opportunity to develop “cognitive and non-technical” skills such as dynamic decision-making; teamwork; communication; ethics; and professionalism.
The Game Design & Simulation Programme will give inputs in research and development, concept designing, visual designing, storytelling, players’ behaviour & psychology, etc. Learning also includes input from fine arts and cognitive sciences with an emphasis on developing students’ communication skills, teamwork and creative thinking. With these holistic inputs, students execute assignments using the latest software and hardware including Adobe Suite, Maya, Blender, Unreal, Unity, Tilt Brush, Resolume, Cintiq Systems, VR labs, Motion capture, and hands-on workshops, etc. Beyond the periodically updated curriculum, UID’s masterclasses by industry experts and visiting faculty keep them abreast of the latest developments.
The course will begin with design thinking, innovation and original storytelling which are essential mainstays of the domain of game design. The students will also get trained to become the creators of their virtual worlds. Borrowing from the best design and experiential learning practices, the course will cover a broad range of game cultures, tools, and techniques for independent 2D and 3D game design. It will span the entire production pipeline across production-driven CGI to new-age Simulation and XR content creation. As coding is at the core, students will get to explore programming from foundation to intermediate levels through game engines. In final year they will execute a project with evolving technologies like Metaverse, XR, Advanced VFX, and Interactive Prototype Games.
The programme follows an interdisciplinary approach to education enabling students to establish their own start-ups or find employment in the industry and grow into leadership roles. Some specific areas are as follows:
– Game Narrative Design
– Game Design
– 3D Game Art
– Game Concept Art
– Strategist and Level Design
– Game Testing
– Simulation Design
– Pixel Game Design
– AI Interaction Experts
The Indian gaming market is expected to triple over the next four years, according to recent NASSCOM reports. Around 50,000 people in India, work in game design and development. They are employed by game development studios, which are either independent companies or owned by game publishers. Over half of all men and one in four women play games regularly, and the market is likely to expand as new technologies are introduced which make gaming more realistic and exciting. Development studios are keen to employ game designers who understand markets and target audiences and have the imagination and creativity to excite existing players and reach new audiences.
The programme follows an interdisciplinary approach to education enabling students to establish their own start-ups or find employment in the industry and grow into leadership roles. Some specific areas are as follows:
– Game Narrative Design
– Game Design
– 3D Game Art
– Game Concept Art
– Strategist and Level Design
– Game Testing
– Simulation Design
– Pixel Game Design
– AI Interaction Experts
The Indian gaming market is expected to triple over the next four years, according to recent NASSCOM reports. Around 50,000 people in India, work in game design and development. They are employed by game development studios, which are either independent companies or owned by game publishers. Over half of all men and one in four women play games regularly, and the market is likely to expand as new technologies are introduced which make gaming more realistic and exciting. Development studios are keen to employ game designers who understand markets and target audiences and have the imagination and creativity to excite existing players and reach new audiences.
The learning model at UID is incubated to create and adapt to an appropriate environment of learning that facilitates our students with new experiences. We make sure our learning model engages the learner into new dimensions of work. This model provides an environment for interactive student engagement and enhances the system thinking ability.
At UID, we believe that the experiential knowledge gained while developing and implementing this unique learning model is transferable to other disciplines as well.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION DESIGN
Visual Communication
PGDPD, Lifestyle Accessory Design, NID,Ahmedabad B. Arch.,College of Engineering and Technology, Bhubaneswar
BA, Mass Communications, University of Denver, Denver, Colorado; MA, Media Arts and Computer Science, Las Vegas, New Mexico; MA (Video, Design, Painting),New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico
PhD - IDC,School of Design, IIT Bombay BFA(Applied Arts), Faculty of Fine Arts, MS University, Baroda
BFA in Painting , Faculty of Fine Arts, MS University, Baroda MFA in Painting , Faculty of Fine Arts, MS University, Baroda
Graduated as a Graphic Designer, specializing in Communication Design National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
Masters in Visual Communication, Art Academy of Latvia Bachelors in Visual Communication, Art Academy of Latvia
MA in Graphic Design, University for the Creative Arts, UCA Epsom, UK B.Des in Fashion Design, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kolkata
PG Diploma in Applied Arts, ( Specialisation in Illustration), MS University, Vadodara Diploma in Applies Arts, Sheth C.N.Collage of Fine Arts, Ahmedabad
MBA Retail & Marketing Management, Subharti University, Meerut, Bachelors in Exhibition Design & Spatial Experience, NID, Ahmedabad
Bachelors in Fine Arts in Art History and Aesthetics, Maharaja Sayajirao University, Baroda, Gujarat Masters in Visual Arts, Maharaja Sayajirao University, Baroda, Gujarat
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Sir J.J.Institute of Applied Arts, Bombay, Diploma in Computer Arts and Animation Edit Institute, Bombay
MFA - Painting, Specialized in Video and Illustration Art, Kalabhavana, Visva Bharti University BFA - Painting, Kalabhavana, Visva Bharti University - First Class
M. Design School of Communication World University of Design, Delhi Bachelor in Applied Art Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of FineArts (SPPU), Pune Diploma in Fashion Photography, JD Institute of Fashion Technology
Pursuing Masters in Visual Arts (MVA) in Creative Painting from chittorgarh, Rajasthan Post - Diploma in Painting at Faculty of Fine Art MSUB, Gujarat Diploma in Painting at , MSUB, Gujarat.
M.Des Communication Design, Faculty of Fine Arts, MS University, Baroda B.Des Communication Design, National Institute od Design, Ahmedabad
Master of Arts in Illustration & Animation, Coventry University, UK; B.Des in Visual Communication & Graphic Design, UID, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar
Diploma in Applied Arts L.S. Raheja School of Art BFA in Applied Arts North Maharashtra University MFA in Applied Arts, Aurangabad
M.Sc.in Multimedia. Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar B.Sc. in Animation & Multimedia, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi
M.Design in Multimedia Communication & Design, Central Institute of Technology, Kokrajhar B.Design in Multimedia Communication & Design, CIT ,Kokrajhar.
Masters Degree (specialisation in Portrait Painting) M. J. College, Jalgaon, Maharashtra, Diploma in Drawing and Painting from Seth C. N. College of Fine Arts
Animation & Digital Media
B.A. in English Literature,University of Delhi, Delhi; Diploma in Film Direction, Film and Television Institute of India, Pune
PG Diploma Programme in Design, Animation Film Design, NID, Ahmedabad Bachelor of Applied Arts, Sir J. J. Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai
Master of Fine Arts, MSUB, Vadodara; Bachelor of Fine Arts, MSUB, Vadodara; Diploma in Digital Character Animation, Vancouver Film School, Vancouver, Canada
Master of Animation and Visual Effects, Kalinga University, Raipur Bachelor of Animation and Visual Effects, Kalinga University, Raipur
B. Tech , Govt. College of Engineering, Amravati; M.Des in Animation Film Design, NID, Ahmedabad; Certification in Social Psychology, Wesleyan University, US
Post Graduate Diploma in Film and Video Communication, NID, Ahmedabad; Master of Fine Arts, BHU, Varanasi; Bachelor of Fine Arts, BHU, Varanasi
Master of Fine Arts, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon; Diploma in Drawing & Painting, Sheth CN College of Fine Arts, Ahmedabad
M.Sc in Visual Communication, Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore; B.Sc Visual Communication, Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore
Master in 3D Animation, MUV Digital Arts, Chennai B.Sc. Zoology, Bharathidasan University
Master of Fine Arts, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon ; Diploma in Drawing & painting Sheth CN College of Fine Arts, Ahmedabad
Satish Gokhale – Design Directions Pune
Mukul Goyal – Mukul Goyal
Somnath Dutta Roy – Idea Matrix, Mumbai
UID organises a number of workshops on a regular basis to help students connect with and expand their creativity. The workshops introduce students to the concepts of design and provide a strong grounding and encourage personal and artistic growth through innovative self-expression. All the classrooms are equipped with unique modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment that provide an extensive experience in art and design. The workshops offer insights into topical themes in the field of design along with practical exercises that come with a high level of professionalism.
My four years at UID will always remain a very cherished experience. The college maintained an amazing balance between the curriculum and the extracurricular activities and ensured that the time spent on the beautiful and well equipped campus was truly memorable. A big shout out to our wonderful teachers who taught and mentored us well. The encouragement to take up internships provided the much needed industry experience and helped me find my spot in the luxury fashion industry. — Diva Malkani B.Design – Fashion Design 2018-2022
I just wanted to share a quick note about how UID has helped me grow as a designer with developed skill set that will help me in achieving my future goals in my career through entry into Indegene, Bangalore. A special thank you to Jaimin Sir who has helped me through out as a mentor and a sincere thank you to all my faculties. — Jinisha Lodaya B.Design – Visual Communication 2018 – 2022
Hey, I am Vidushi Shrivastava from UID, batch 2018-2022. I got placed at TCS this year through UID. And I wanted to thank the UID placements for bringing me the opportunity — Vidushi Shrivastava B.Design – Visual Communication 2018 – 2022
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