Global Institute of Gaming and Animation - It associated Animation gives the courses that are designed to mould your creativeness and check your creative skills because it readies you for a dynamical trade wherever trends return and go and competition is steadily increasing. 

This faculty may be a personal college and provides a total of twenty courses across three streams. It offers UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma, and Certification courses in Gaming & Animation. 

Global Institute of Gaming and Animation - [GIGA], Chennai Highlights 2024

Established | Type 1987 | Private
Recognised by UGC
Popular courses B.Sc.
Student Gender Male | Female
Courses Offered BSc Design, DIP DES, DIP MASS, M.Sc. Des.
Affiliation University of Chennai
Official Website http://giga.ac.in/ 

GIGA Chennai Courses Offered

The institute offers following UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate courses: 

Courses  Details 
B.H.M.  Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10+2 Specializations: Hotel management
B.Sc. Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10+2 or 3 year Diploma after 10
Specializations: Animation and VFX, Animation Game Designing and Development
M.Sc. Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: 10+2+ Graduation
Specializations: Animation and VFX, Animation & Game
Diploma  Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2
Specializations: 3D Animation & VFX; 3D Animation, Game Design & Development 
PG Diploma  Duration: 12 Months
Eligibility: Passed with any degree
Specializations: 3D Animation & Visual Effects, 3D Animation, Game Design, & Development 
Certificate Duration: 6 Months/ 12 Months
Eligibility: 10+2 Specializations: Maya
Specialization, Game Technology, Advanced Gaming, Roto Artist, Advanced Web Designing & Animation, Graphic Designing & Digital Art, Web Designing, Mobile Gaming, 3D Interior & Exterior Design, Digital Art & VFX, Advance Rigging & Animation, Animation & VFX

GIGA Chennai Admissions 

Admissions to the courses will be granted based on Personal Interview, Documents Verification, and verification of fee payment. 

How to Apply? 

Interested students can contact +91-98410 32328/ 91-44-42631883 or directly to the college. 

  • Get the application form from the admission department of GIGA Chennai. 
  • Call on the provided or send an email to set up an interview. 
  • Take all the required documents when going to the interview. 
  • Make the payment by cash/ DD/ Cheque in favour of "Vijay Media Works Pvt Ltd." 

Documents Required: 

  • Registration, application form hardcopy or softcopy
  • Letter of reference 
  • Creative work (for graphic designing 2D or 3D) 
  • Resume copy 
  • Recent transcript or statement of marks 
  • Application fee

The institute also accepts lateral access to any diploma holders for BSc. Animation & VFX (Second 12 months). 

GIGA Chennai Placements 

There is a 100% placement guarantee after getting full knowledge about the course. GIGA has various leading companies. GIGA has dedicated industry collaborations and division and an extensive network across major Indian cities.

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GIGA Chennai Facilities 

Following are the facilities available at Global Institute of Gaming and Animation: 

  • Computer Lab
  • Library
  • Cafeteria
  • Auditorium
  • Hostel
  • Laboratory
  • Sports

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GIGA Chennai FAQs 

Ques. I have completed 12th. Can I get admission in this college?

Ans. Yes, you can join GIGA. Please read the prospectus of the course to know about eligibility criteria and admission procedure.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria of this course?

Ans. Candidates for admission to the three-year degree programs must have passed (10+2). Candidates with pass in class X or equivalent qualification in a pattern recognized by governing educational bodies of their states can be considered for 2D animation and web designing courses. Students who do not meet the above requirements need not worry. Just meet the GIGA Pathway advisor and they will do their best to find a viable solution.

Ques. What is the established year of this college? What is the official website of GIGA?

Ans. 1987 is the established year of GIGA and the website is http://giga.ac.in/ .

Ques. Are there any certificate courses?

Ans. Yes, there are some courses like Advanced Gaming, Rota Artist, Advance Web Designing & Animation, Graphic Designing & Digital Art, Web Designing, Mobile Gaming, 3D Interior & Exterior Design, Digital Art & VFX, Advance Rigging & Animation.

Ques. What about the placement in GIGA?

Ans. The placement records of GIGA institute are not available online. Please visit the college for more details.

Ques. What is the fees structure of M.Sc. in GIGA?

Ans. The one-year fees of GIGA are INR 1,30,000 and this Post Graduation consists of 2 year so the total fees of M.Sc. is INR 2,60,000.