Diploma in Graphics, Web Designing and 2D Animation (DGWA) at Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur

If you are looking at Diploma in Graphics, Web Designing and 2D Animation (DGWA), Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur runs it as a 12-month, full-time diploma course.

At its core, the programme covers design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects.

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur is a private institute, founded in 2001. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, 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 Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur for the current semester-wise plan.

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur has not published a fee for Diploma in Graphics, Web Designing and 2D Animation (DGWA) 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.

To be considered for Diploma in Graphics, Web Designing and 2D Animation (DGWA), 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 Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

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 Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, 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.

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur runs 7 UGD specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Advance Diploma in 3D Edge (AD3DEdge)
• Advance Program in Visual Effects (ADVFX)
• Design Viz Pro - Program in Architectural Design
• Diploma in Graphic Design and Rich Media
• Certificate in 3D Stereoscopic Film Making (S3D)
• Diploma in VFX Plus

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• 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 Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Kanpur compare with other colleges offering UGD?