SAE Institute, the global arm of SAE University College, has partnered with GLS University in Ahmedabad to launch India’s first Global B.Design (Hons.) programme in Animation, VFX and Game Development. The new four-year degree brings SAE’s internationally recognised creative media education to India and places industry experience and hands on learning at the heart of the curriculum.
The programme will officially launch at a ceremony on 8 December, attended by senior leaders from GLS University and Navitas Careers and Industry.
Giving Indian students global access to industry grade creative media education
For the first time in India, students will be able to study a B.Design (Hons.) degree that integrates SAE’s global curriculum, project-based training model, and professional studio environments. As the only authorised campus in the country to deliver SAE’s international certification, GLS University will give students access to the same world class creative media education offered across SAE’s 47 campuses worldwide.
Students will graduate with an SAE Institute qualification, accredited and awarded as a B.Design (Hons.) by GLS University. This internationally recognised certification greatly enhances global career mobility and job prospects.
The partnership brings a career focused, studio led experience to India’s rapidly expanding creative and entertainment industries. Students will work on real briefs, learn in industry standard facilities, collaborate across disciplines, and gain exposure to local and international opportunities.
Shri Sudhir Nanavati, President of GLS University, said the partnership represents a major step forward for students seeking global creative careers.
“This partnership with the esteemed SAE Institute is a landmark achievement for GLS University and for India’s education system. We are committed to providing our students with a truly world class education that equips them to be leaders and innovators in the global creative economy.”
Jo Anthonysz, CEO of Navitas’ Careers and Industry Division, said the collaboration strengthens SAE’s long-term commitment to India.
“We are thrilled to partner with GLS University to establish our presence in India. This collaboration ensures that the next generation of Indian creators receive the highest standard of technical and creative education, preparing them to join our global community of successful alumni at major industry giants.”
What students can expect
The new Global B.Design (Hons.) programme has been built with industry at its core, combining GLS University’s academic excellence with SAE’s practice based, project driven model. Key features include:
- Access to SAE’s exclusive curriculum in Animation, VFX and Game Development
- Industry ready, project-based learning from day one
- Professional studios, creative labs and industry standard technology
- Opportunities for global immersion, exchange and international collaboration
- Strong networks across more than 1,000 industry partners and studios
- Be a part of SAE’s global alumni community
- A globally recognised qualification that supports strong graduate outcomes and international mobility
The programme has been shaped to meet the needs of India’s booming creative economy, where animation, VFX and gaming are among the country’s fastest growing sectors.
A new chapter for SAE in India
This partnership marks SAE Institute’s launch into India and expands student access to its global creative media community. The collaboration provides a pathway for Indian students to join a network of graduates who have worked with leading studios and companies including Netflix, Warner Bros., Sony, Ubisoft, Framestore and ILM.
With its strong emphasis on hands on learning, cross disciplinary collaboration, and real-world experience, the programme reflects SAE’s mission to prepare creators for the future of the creative and technology industries.
