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M.Sc Visual Communication

The course blends creativity with technology, covering areas such as graphic design, film and video production, photography, animation, advertising, and digital media.

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about our Department

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The PG course was established in the year 2021 with strength of 25 students. Master of Visual Communication is a long-term Post Graduate program subsidiary to University of Madras. It is separated into four semesters and every semester comprises of a well planned course structure that spotlights on different regions in the fields of Media. The Department follows the guideline of comprehensive development for hopeful media professionals levelling up their abilities across the scope of Media- Print, electronic and online. The department aims to bring out the abilities and openness, essential for progress in an exceptionally competitive media environment.

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Highlights of the Department

Creative & Industry-Focused Curriculum – Covers graphic design, animation, filmmaking, advertising, and digital media.
Hands-on Learning – Practical training in photography, video production, and multimedia tools.
Film & Media Production Exposure – Learn scriptwriting, editing, and production techniques for TV, films, and online content.
Advanced Software Training – Master industry-standard tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more.

Advertising & Journalism Integration – Gain expertise in branding, marketing, public relations, and media writing.
Broadcast & Digital Media Skills – Training in content creation for TV, radio, and social media platforms.
Workshops & Industry Collaborations – Regular interactions with media professionals, filmmakers, and designers.
Internships & Portfolio Development – Gain real-world experience through internships and build a strong creative portfolio.

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Scope of the Course

Develop a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of the media industry

Identify mass communication challenges and effectively plan PR, advertising campaigns, media, and marketing strategies.

Create content for radio, television, and social media platforms, while fostering creative writing and thinking skills.

Entrepreneurship

Gain an understanding of operational work environments and industry practices.

Skill Development

Add-on Courses

The Department offers additional skill enhancement course to broaden students' knowledge and employability prospects.

Fundamentals of Snap AR

introduces the basics of Augmented Reality (AR) development using Snapchat's Lens Studio. It covers AR filters, 3D effects, interactive elements, and face tracking technology

Image Processing

Teaches techniques to analyze, enhance, and manipulate digital images. It covers topics like filtering, segmentation, feature extraction, and applications in fields such as medical imaging, computer vision, and AI.

2D Animation

The fundamentals of creating motion in a two-dimensional space using drawings, characters, and backgrounds. It covers storyboarding, character design, frame-by-frame animation, and digital tools

Avid Editing

Training in non-linear video editing using Avid Media Composer, a professional-grade software widely used in film and television.

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Syllabus

Semester- I

Understanding Human Communication
Graphic Arts and Animation (Practical )
Computer Graphics – 1 (3D Designs) (Parctical )
Creative Digital Illustration
Contemporary Trends in Indian Media
Media Aesthetics
Soft Skills

Semester- II

Mediated Communication
Computer Graphics – 2 (Camera and Lighting Techniques) (Praactical)
Digital Filmmaking(Practical)
Design Thinking
Writing for Media
Anchoring and presentation skills
Soft Skills
Internship

Semester- III

Communication Reserach Methods
UX and Interactive Media Design
Video Editing and Visual Effects (VFX) (Practical)
Computer Graphics – 3 (Advanced Techniques) (Practical)
Transmedia Storytelling
Advertising Strategies
Soft Skills

Semester- IV

Media Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Immersive Media Design
Capstone Project and Portfolio OR Dissertation
Digital Asset Management
Digital Marketing Communication
Soft skills

Semester- V

No subjects available for Semester 5

Semester- VI

No subjects available for Semester 6

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Our Faculty Members

S Punithavathi

Assistant Professor

17 Years Of Experience

Dr. R. JEYA SUJI

Assistant Professor

Years Of Experience

Dr. P. RAJASUNDARAM

Assistant Professor

2 Years Of Experience

Mrs. S.MARY IMMACULATE

LECTURER

11 Years Of Experience

Mrs. VEERALAKSHMI S

LECTURER

2 Years Of Experience

MS. MARIA JOYCE G

LECTURER

2 Years Of Experience

Mr.C.CHARLES

LECTURER

Years Of Experience

Mr. JEDIDIAH SOLOMON

LECTURER

Years Of Experience

Dr. S. ALAGU

Assistant Professor

Years Of Experience

Mrs.PRABAVATHY T

LECTURER

2 Years Of Experience

MS.BAVADHARANI G

LECTURER

Years Of Experience

Mrs DEBORAH DILIP A

LECTURER

Years Of Experience

Dr. C. ELIZABETH RANI

PG-Head & Dean, School of Sciences & Media Studies

21 Years Of Experience

Dr. L. KRISHNASAMY

Assistant Professor & UG-Head

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Dr. R. Nirmala

Associate Professor

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Dr. GEHITHA T.R

Assistant Professor

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Dr. S. Kunchari Kalaimathi

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Dr.D.Rajesh

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Dr.Hepziba Suganthi.S

Assistant Professor

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Dr.Priya.G

Assistant Professor

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Dr. S. Senthamiz Selvi

Dean & Head of the Department

16 Years Of Experience

Mr.Pannerselvam

Assistant Professor

7 Years Of Experience

Dr. Dharmadhurai D

Assistant Professor

1 Years Of Experience

Ms. Alphonsa Pradeepa S

Lecturer

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Dr.Anuradha.R

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

Years Of Experience

Mr. Albin Joe J

Lecturer

5 Years Of Experience

Dr.J. Sindhu

Assistant Professor

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Dr.Anuradha.R

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Dr.D.Murugan

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Mr.Vigneshwaran.M

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Dr. K. Malarvizhi

Dean & Head of the Department

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Dr. P. Manivanan

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

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Ms. Amirtha

Head of the Department

Years Of Experience

Dr. S. Senthamiz Selvi

Dean of the Department

16 Years Of Experience

Dr. S. Senthamiz Selvi

Dean of the Department

16 Years Of Experience

Dr. R. Sakthi Prabha

Dean & Head of the Department

Years Of Experience

Mr. V. Karthikeyan

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

25 Years Of Experience

Mrs. Ilakkiah .S

Assistant Professor

8+ Years Of Experience

Dr. L. Esther Thamarine

Head of the Department

20+ Years Of Experience

Mr. M. Karthik

Senior Lecturer

Years Of Experience

Mrs. Gayathri Devi. S

Assistant Professor

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Dr. L. Esther Thamarine

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

20 Years Of Experience

Dr. L. Esther Thamarine

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

20 Years Of Experience

Mrs. S. Priya Grace

Assistant Professor

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Mrs. B. Saranya

Assistant Professor & Head of the Department

10 Years Of Experience

Mr. Jai Prakash

Assistant Professor

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Mr. A. Aruldass

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Mr. P. Jayaseelan

Assistant Professor & Head Of The Department (Shift 2 )

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Ms . Hemavathy

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Mrs. Ramya Varghese

Assistant Professor

5+ Years Of Experience

Mr. P. Narendran

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Mr. R. Elayaraja

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12 Years Of Experience

Dr. V. Deepan

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9 Years Of Experience

Dr. C. Shanmuga Sundaram

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Ms. Vaidegi R

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Dr.Pandab Hansda

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Dr. N. Muruganantham

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Ms.Bincy Mol

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Ms . Devaki

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Mr. T. Nilavarasan

Assistant Professor

6+ Years Of Experience

Ms. Monica S

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2.5 Years Of Experience

Ms.R.Revathi

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Dr. T. Srinivasan

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22 Years Of Experience

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Ms. E. Logeshwari

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Ms.Sarvizhi L

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1 Years Of Experience

Dr. P. Nirmala

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Mr.Vinoth Kumar.S

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Ms.K.Priyanga

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Mrs. Lajwanthi T H

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Dr.John Jacob M

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9 Years Of Experience

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Ms.Irine Geshiya T E

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Mr. S. Baskar

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11 Years Of Experience

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Years Of Experience

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Years Of Experience

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Years Of Experience

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Esther Paulini J

(2007-2010)

Recruitment Coordinator

Manpower , Canada
Mary Laura

(2007-2010)

Software Engineer

TCS,Chennai
Vinoth Kumar M

(2007-2010)

Technical Support Engineer

Force Point Software Consulting Pvt Ltd, Chennai

Still Have Doubts

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Specialisations are available in M.Sc Visual Communication?▼

Computer Graphics
3D Animation
Visual Effects
Film & TV Production
Video & Audio
Gaming Editing

2. How are you preparing your students to be industry ready?▼

Our studio is one of the best equipped in the whole of the city – providing students the opportunity to record, edit and produce high-quality audio-visual content using HD cameras, green screen, studio lighting, professional quality software and edit suites, in a live, multi-cam setting. Practical classes are held in these laboratories by dedicated and well qualified faculty, who make sure every student is thorough and well equipped in these. We are providing them with hands on experience by conducting workshops and Industrial Visits.

3. What are the qualities we are looking for in students applicants, for them to do well in the course?▼

Students with a positive attitude towards study, passion for the course, and more creativity are the qualities they need to be successful in this course. Student applicant from any branch in their UG degree are eligible to study M.Sc. Visual Communication course.

4. Why media is special in HCAS?▼

Every final year students gets the chance to intern in a media organization of their choice. The mandatory internship component, along with college projects, research papers and dissertations give the students a first-hand experience of the media industry, boosting their employability skills and making them an asset for any employer.

5. Will I be equipped with Industrial standard?▼

We understand the value of experiential learning – critical to media training – imparting it by way of industrial visits, workshops, and college events. A minimum of two industrial visits are planned for each batch for every semester. As part of the curriculum, students get to visit leading Animation Companies, Gaming Industries, Publishing Houses, Broadcasting Stations and Production Studios. They get the opportunity to interact with and learn from senior personalities from the news and entertainment industries.

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Best Education Institute

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Scope of the Course

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Fundamentals of Snap AR

Image Processing

2D Animation

Avid Editing

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Our Faculty Members

S Punithavathi

Assistant Professor

Dr. R. JEYA SUJI

Assistant Professor

Dr. P. RAJASUNDARAM

Assistant Professor

Mrs. S.MARY IMMACULATE

LECTURER

Mrs. VEERALAKSHMI S

LECTURER

MS. MARIA JOYCE G

LECTURER

Mr.C.CHARLES

LECTURER

Mr. JEDIDIAH SOLOMON

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Dr. S. ALAGU

Assistant Professor

Mrs.PRABAVATHY T

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MS.BAVADHARANI G

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Mrs DEBORAH DILIP A

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Dr. C. ELIZABETH RANI

PG-Head & Dean, School of Sciences & Media Studies

Dr. L. KRISHNASAMY

Assistant Professor & UG-Head

Dr. R. Nirmala

Associate Professor

Dr. GEHITHA T.R

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Dr. S. Kunchari Kalaimathi

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Dr.D.Rajesh

Assistant Professor

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