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B.Sc In Visual Communication

Duration: 3 Years (6 semesters)
Eligibility: 12th pass (any stream — Arts/HEC/Science background preferred)
Course Type: Undergraduate Degree
Field: Visual Media, Communication Design, Graphic Design, Photography, Film, Animation

Objective:
To develop creative and technical skills in visual storytelling, multimedia design, photography, videography, animation, and communication — preparing students for careers in media, design, advertising, and film industries.

 

Eligibility & Admission

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Eligibility Criteria

  • Completed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized board

  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks (varies by institute)

  • Basic interest in art/design/visual media is preferred

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Admission Process

  • Merit-based: Based on 12th marks (many private colleges)

  • Entrance Exams: Some reputed institutes conduct entrance tests like:

    • NID DAT (National Institute of Design – for design-related courses)

    • SRM University Entrance (for VisCom)

    • Loyola College Entrance Test (Chennai)

    • Pearl Academy Entrance

  • Aptitude Test / Portfolio / Interview: Some institutes ask for creative portfolio + personal interview

 

Curriculum & Subjects

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Core Areas You Study

  • Fundamentals of Visual Communication

  • Graphic Design & Typography

  • Photography (still & digital)

  • Videography & Cinematography

  • Animation (2D & 3D basics)

  • Film Studies & Video Editing

  • Web Design & Multimedia Tools

  • Advertising & Brand Communication

  • Communication Theories & Media Research

  • Scriptwriting & Storyboarding

  • Media Laws & Ethics

  • UI/UX Basics

 

Practical Training

  • Studio projects in design, photography, video

  • Internships at media/design/advertising firms

  • Live multimedia projects and campaigns

  • Final year portfolio and showreel development

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Skills You Develop

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  • Creative visual thinking

  • Design and multimedia software skills (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects)

  • Photography and videography techniques

  • Storytelling and content creation

  • Digital communication & branding

  • Research and analytical thinking

  • Time management & teamwork

 

Career Pathways

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Design & Media Roles

  • Graphic Designer

  • Visual Designer

  • UI/UX Designer (entry-level)

  • Motion Graphics Designer

  • Illustrator / Concept Artist

 

Film & Production

  • Photographer / Cinematographer

  • Video Editor / Film Editor

  • Art Director / Production Designer

  • Scriptwriter / Storyboard Artist

 

Advertising & Digital Media

  • Creative Director (after experience)

  • Advertising Visualizer

  • Social Media Content Creator

  • Digital Marketing Executive

 

Other Areas

  • Animation Artist (2D/3D)

  • Game Asset Designer

  • Web Designer

  • Media Researcher

 

Future Opportunities & Higher Studies

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Postgraduate Courses

  • M.Sc / MA in Visual Communication

  • Master of Design (M.Des)

  • PG Diploma in Animation / Multimedia / Film Making

  • MBA (Media Management, Marketing)

 

Competitive Exams

  • UGC-NET (to become lecturer/professor in design/media)

  • Government design/media department recruitments

 

International Opportunities

  • Masters in Design, Visual Arts, Multimedia abroad (IELTS/TOEFL + portfolio required)

 

Salary & Top Recruiters

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Salary Range

  • Entry-Level: ₹3–6 LPA

  • Mid-Level (3–5 yrs): ₹6–12 LPA

  • Senior-Level (10+ yrs): ₹15–25+ LPA

 

Top Recruiters

  • WPP, Ogilvy, Dentsu, GroupM (Ad agencies)

  • Byju’s, TCS, Infosys (Media/EdTech companies)

  • Star TV, Zee, Sony Pictures (Broadcast & Film)

  • Design studios & animation houses

  • Digital companies: Google, Meta, YouTube, Adobe

 

Who Should Choose B.Sc Visual Communication?

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  • Interested in creative media, design, photography, or film

  • Love for visual storytelling and digital art

  • Want to work in media, entertainment, advertising, or design industries

  • Have a creative mindset, aesthetic sense, and good communication skills

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