Multimedia Courses after 12th for Sri Lankan Students

Multimedia is a communicative medium; it combines all forms of media, including various art forms such as texts, radio, written mode, images, animation, single-person presentation, television, and most important nowadays is social media. It is also present in different forms like you have heard about multimedia courses in communication, multimedia in software, and many more.

There are multiple multimedia courses for which a student can opt after the 12th. No matter what subject you have chosen in class 12th, you still have an option to pursue multimedia courses. Earlier multimedia was termed rich media and interactive media. Human communication has been made interesting through design and technology, by designing complex and interactive communication models and engaging films and games. The course that one can opt for after class 12th includes specializations in Animation, Photography, Visual Effects, Web Design, Writing, Strategic Communication, Media Arts, Digital Art, and Intellectual Property. 

Different Terms of Multimedia Course After 12th

There are various types and terms of multimedia courses to which a student can opt after class 12th. The main goal of a multimedia course is to make students learn how to use computer applications properly and make highly interactive program materials. So, starting with 3-year degree courses which can be opted in this field are-

• BA in Animation and CG Arts
  
• BA in Animation and Graphic Design
• BA in Animation and Multimedia
• B.Sc. in Animation and Gaming
• B.Sc. in Animation Film Making
• Bachelor of Visual Arts (Animation)

Multimedia is also used with other terms that help get people's ideas circulated digitally through interactive computer applications. The duration of these following courses is two years, and they are-

• M.Sc. in Animation and Digital Filmmaking
  
• M.Sc. in Animation and Multimedia
• MA in Animation and Multimedia
• MA in Digital Filmmaking and Animation
• M.Sc. in Visual Effects
• PG Diploma in Animation

Multimedia courses are completed in different durations like 2,3, 6 years, and diploma courses are also available. 

List of Animation and Multimedia Degree Courses After 12th

There are several courses to opt for after 12th in the animation field related to multimedia. Animation courses are helpful as they teach visual technique course that makes the illusion of motion by displaying a collection of images in rapid sequence and form.

Some of the animation courses which perfectly fits according to your likes and preferences are-

All the above-listed courses are completed within 2- 3 years, and the diploma courses may also be completed in 6 months. Animation courses also provide certificate courses completed in a duration of 6 months to 1 year.

Top Multimedia Courses After 12th

We have discussed above some of the courses included in this field and are best to choose after class 12th, no matter whatever the stream may be. A student's primary focus before selecting any course after 12th is selecting the best course that earns a good livelihood. So, talking about the best courses of the multimedia stream is-

• Filmmaking
  
• Graphic Designing
• 3D animation
• Website designing
• VFX course

Nowadays, companies are looking for multimedia professionals, and these courses help make your position in that company. 

Undergraduate Multimedia Courses After 12th 

As discussed above, there are few undergraduate multimedia courses that one can opt for after completing class 12th with a minimum percentage and cut off.

• BA in animation and CG arts is an undergraduate multimedia animation and gaming course.
  
• BA in animation and graphic designing, both animation and graphic designing, are taught through computer application and are involved in the creative field.
• BA in animation and multimedia, trains students in the upcoming industry-related projects using technical tools.
• B.Sc. in Animation and Gaming, there are a lot of career opportunities in this sector.
• B.Sc. in animation and filmmaking is a three-year degree course divided into six years.
• Bachelor of visual arts (animation) is considered a fine arts program.

Multimedia Diploma Courses after 12th

There are a few multimedia courses which include-

• A diploma in 2D animation makes you perfect in creative skills of classical animation and digital animation formats.
  
• A diploma in 3D animation is based on computer-generated objects which are kind of invisible.
• A diploma in CG animation makes us aware of the fundamentals of techniques, the essential tools, and different methodologies.
• Diploma and digital animation: this course is best for those people interested in advanced applications.
  
• Diploma in VFX, best for those interested in advertising and creative fields.

Certified Multimedia Courses after 12th

There are multiple certified multimedia courses that a student can opt for after completing class 12th that are also useful. These courses can be opted for after choosing some other degree. Also, they include-

• Certificate in 2D Animation
  
• Certificate in 3D Animation
• Certificate in Editing, Mixing and Postproduction Works
  
• Certificate in CG Arts
• Certificate in VFX

The duration of these certified courses lies between 3 to 6 months, and you can also pursue these courses after clearing class 10th with a recognized board. They can be completed with a minimum fee from a good college or university.

Eligibility Criteria & Admission process to Study multimedia courses abroad

Multimedia courses are not hard to opt for and complete. The eligibility criteria are also not so high or hard to clear. A student can easily take admission in these courses with a minimum percentage and cut off.

• Starting with the bachelor's degree of a multimedia course, one needs to clear class 12th from at least 50% marks, and only then is eligible to pursue the course. For doing a master's degree from the same course, one should at least have a bachelor's or undergraduate degree or a diploma course from a recognized university.
• If a student is willing to do a diploma course in the multimedia field, they must obtain 50% in 10+2 or have cleared 10th standard with a good percentage from a recognized board. Requirements of certified courses are also the same for the course.
• The admission process requires students who seek admission in this course to have qualified for their 10+2 or intermediate degree with a minimum score of 50-60 percent to gain admission in this program.

Course Fee for Multimedia Courses abroad

Below listed are some multimedia courses and their fee abroad-

• Master of arts in cinema studios - 19465.97 USD
  
• MFA in film production - $7000 USD
  
• Communication, culture and media, MA - $31354.58 USD
  
• Film production, SC - $19465.97 USD
  
• BA in multimedia- $14,000 USD
• BA in graphic designing - $14,000 USD

Top Universities for Multimedia Courses – Abroad

Here is the list of some top universities Abroad which provide multimedia courses these are-

• Columbia University
  
• University of California, Berkeley
• University of Wisconsin- Madison
• The University of Texas at Austin
• Stanford University

Multimedia Course Job Opportunities in Abroad

Numerous career prospects and opportunities are flooding multimedia and mass media. These courses would take you into professions in 

• Web designing, games, animation, VFX effects, advertising graphics, graphics, and animation. 
• You will also gain experience in video conferencing and film making and many more. 
• You may also get recruited in schools, publishing houses, and films; you can also work as a freelancer in the same field.

Scope Of Multimedia Course in Abroad

After taking a degree in any of your choice's multimedia courses, you have several job opportunities and scope. This includes graphic artists, multimedia designers, production artists, video game designers, 3D modellers, texture artists, and many more. Expertise in working on animation software to create effects, graphics, and animation to learn more about it all, you can connect with us.

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