Diploma in Game Design and Integration at MAAC, Kanpur

Diploma in Game Design and Integration at MAAC, Kanpur is a 12-month diploma 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, Kanpur is a private institute, founded in 2008. This page brings together what is on record for this course at MAAC, Kanpur — 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.

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

MAAC, Kanpur has not published a fee for Diploma in Game Design and Integration on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 12 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

For admission to Diploma in Game Design and Integration, 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, Kanpur'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, Kanpur 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, Kanpur runs 8 UGD specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Diploma in Graphic Design & Animation
• Advanced Diploma in 3D Animation - AD3D EDGE Plus
• Diploma in Graphic, Web and 2D Animation
• Advanced Program in Digital Media and Design
• Diploma in Animation and Film Making
• Advanced Program in Visual Effects
• Professional Program in 3D Animation - D3D

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 12 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, Kanpur compare with other colleges offering UGD?