International Program in Visual Arts and Design (IPVAD) at MAAC, Aurangabad

International Program in Visual Arts and Design (IPVAD) at MAAC, Aurangabad is a 36-month undergraduate programme in the UG Diploma family.

The course is about design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects.

MAAC, Aurangabad is a private institute, founded in 2001. This page brings together what is on record for this course at MAAC, Aurangabad — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most UGD programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects. Typical first jobs: designer roles in product, fashion, communication or UX. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask MAAC, Aurangabad for the current semester-wise plan.

MAAC, Aurangabad has not published a fee for International Program in Visual Arts and Design (IPVAD) on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 36 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

For admission to International Program in Visual Arts and Design (IPVAD), you usually need Class 12 in any stream.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check MAAC, Aurangabad's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

The admission process usually runs like this:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to MAAC, Aurangabad or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

MAAC, Aurangabad runs 9 UGD specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Advance Diploma in 3D Edge (AD3DEdge)
• Diploma in 3D Animation Film-making (D3D) (Part Time)
• Diploma in VFX Plus
• Advanced Program in Digital Media and Design (APDMD)
• Diploma in Animation and Film Making (DAFM)
• Diploma in Digital Film Making (DFM)
• Design Viz Pro - Design Visualization Course
• Diploma in Graphics, Web and 2D Animation

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 36 months on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does MAAC, Aurangabad compare with other colleges offering UGD?