BS Immersive Media SMC - BNU

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BS Immersive Media

The BS Immersive Media at BNU is a four-year, studio-based program focused on animation, game design, visual effects, and immersive technologies, including AR, VR, and XR. Students gain hands-on experience through real production projects, developing industry-ready portfolios and showreels that prepare them for careers in the creative media industry.

Career Paths:

Graduates are prepared to work as Game Artist / Game Designer, Level Designer, 3D Artists, Character Animators, VFX Artists, Compositors, AR/VR Content Creators, Immersive Experience Designers, Virtual Production Specialists, Technical Director (Pipeline TD), and UX Designers for Immersive Technologies.

Duration:
  • Minimum Criteria: For BS Communication and Immersive Media, candidates must have F.A/FSc or equivalent with 50% marks, eight pass subjects of O level and three pass subjects of A level, HSD and IB equivalent.
  • Admission decisions will be based on academic records, performance in the admission test, and the interview conducted by the respective department.

In case of Inter result awaited additional documents required:

After confirming your eligibility, you must choose a department from within MDSVAD. Regardless of your choice of department, all successful applicants are admitted to the Foundation Studies programme. The Foundation Studies programme provides each student the opportunity to investigate the possibilities offered by all degree programmes at SVAD. You must indicate the programme of your preference on the application form, which will be your major for the duration of your degree. In special cases, you may be able to apply for another programme at the end of the Foundation Year. The faculty, who are not obligated to entertain a change of department application, on rare occasions may approve requests at their discretion.

Application Form

You can find the online application form at BNU's online portal: www.bnu.edu.pk www.bnu.edu.pk

You must complete the application form online, following all the instructions. Once you submit it, you will receive a confirmation. You must then submit all required documents (mentioned in the application form) to the Admissions Office on campus. When the Office receives your documents, they will hand over instructions for the Entrance Test to you.

Entrance Test

The admission test for the School of Visual Arts and Design is an online, open-book test that can be completed from home. Students will be given 24 hours to complete all the tasks. Candidates will be tested for reading comprehension, visual comprehension, general knowledge, research etc. Further details about the test will be provided to you upon application submission.

Interview

After the Test, you will be interviewed by a panel of SVAD faculty members. The interviews will be conducted online on Zoom, for which candidates are encouraged to be familiar with.

At SVAD, we look for motivated, observant, curious individuals, with visual intelligence and an interest in reading. The Entrance Test and interview act as a catalyst for us to assess your strengths and aptitude. We will evaluate your potential for development in the programmes that SVAD offers, as well as your research into your desired area of study. The interview is also your chance to ask us questions about SVAD. A portfolio is encouraged, and will help us recognize your passion and commitment.

BNU is a non-profit educational institution and our tuition fee covers the cost of the extraordinary opportunity that a BNU education provides within and beyond the classroom.


Per Semester Fee Structure far FY 2024-2025

BNU
Graduate & Undergraduate Programs Undergraduate Programs Master of Art and Design Studies School of Education Graduate Programs
All schools except art and Design (MDSVAD) and Architecture MDSVAD and RHSA MDSVAD SE
Tuitions Fee (PKR) 254,000 354,500 447,000 127,000


Additional Charges

One-time Admission Fee: Rs. 25,000

One-time Security Deposit (Refundable): Rs. 35,000

One-time Deposit for Hostel (Refundable): Rs. 25,000

Medical Insurance (per semester): Rs. 2,000

Hostel Charge (per semester): Rs. 114,000



Additional Charges for Hostel (per semester)

Following appliances are not provided in rooms by BNU but can be installed by a staudent at their own expense:

Room Refrigerator: Rs. 10,200

Room Electric Heater: Rs. 18,000

Air Conditioner: Rs. 54,000


Fee Policy & Details

Below is BNU's Fee Policy that contains the terms and conditions and arrangements for paying fees, refunds and administrative charges. All prospective students are advised to read and understand this policy before accepting a place at the University.

Note: Students are advised to pay their dues as per the schedule announced by their respective school/department. If the student fails to pay the fee on time, his/her name may be struck off the rolls of the university.

Fee Policy & Details

Note: Fee is subject to change every year with the approval of the Board of Governors.

Note:
  • Pay application processing fee via bank deposit through your processing fee challan (Rs. 4000 for all degree programs) at any branch of UBL bank. This fee is non-refundable.
  • Alternatively, you can pay the application fee online through the Blinq app.
  • For queries regarding transport fee and bus routes, you may contact transporter Mr. Akram (0321-8487828).

Step into a future brimming with promise and potential with the BNU Scholarships 2024. We believe in empowering the dreams of bright minds, offering new avenues of opportunity to prospective students. With a legacy spanning two decades, we've illuminated the paths of countless individuals with over 1.1 Billion Rupees in scholarships. At BNU, we're not just investing in education; we're investing in the architects of tomorrow, nurturing talent, and fostering innovation. Join us in shaping a world where aspirations know no bounds, where every dreamer has the chance to soar. Apply now and let your journey to greatness begin.

VC Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

- 3A* (all three complete subjects in A-level) or 90% or above in Intermediate or an equivalent with a personal statement - To retain the scholarship, the applicant must maintain a minimum qualifying CGPA prescribed by the relevant department

Percentage Coverage

100% Scholarship

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, September 6, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, September 16, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, September 6, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 16, 2024

Dean’s Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

35% weightage to Matric/O level, 35% to Intermediate/A level, 30% BNU Admissions Test/Interview and portfolio.

To be eligible for the scholarship, aggregate score of the aforementioned criteria should be more than 80%.

BNU will offer need/merit based scholarships to students who meet the set criteria of BNU selection process, ensuring they also maintain minimum qualifying CGPA to retain the scholarship.

Demonstrating need is a prerequisite to qualify for this scholarship.

Eligibility criteria will be assessed for determination.

Merit for the scholarship will be decided by the BNU scholarship committee.

Percentage Coverage

100% Scholarship

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, June 28, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, July 22, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, August 16, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 02, 2024

Merit Based Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants with 90% or above marks in their FA/FSc examination; or 3As in A level or equivalent will be eligible for 75% merit scholarship.

Applicants with 80% or above marks in their FA/FSc examination; or 2As in A level or equivalent will be eligible for 50% merit scholarship.

Applicants applying for this scholarship will be eligible for other scholarships.

Percentage Coverage

Up to 75% Scholarship

Need Based Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship is for students who belong to a low-income family.

Scholarships equal to 25%-50% of tuition fee may be granted upon verification of financial hardship on the recommendation of Scholarship Committee.

This scholarship will automatically renew each semester if the candidate maintains 2.65 CGPA.

Percentage Coverage

Up to 50% Scholarship

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, June 28, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, July 22, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, August 16, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 02, 2024

Sports Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

Students who have won single medals (Gold/Silver/Bronze) at national or provincial levels are eligible for consideration.

Applicants applying for this scholarship will be eligible for other scholarships.

Must maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.5.

Percentage Coverage

50% scholarship to 2 male & 2 female applicants

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, June 28, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, July 22, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, August 16, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 02, 2024

Transgender Inclusion Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

Valid CNIC with marked X category.

50% scholarship will be awarded to two selected applicants.

Out of station students will receive a hostel stipend equivalent to the BNU hostel fee.

Applicants applying for this scholarship should meet the BNU eligibility criteria.

Percentage Coverage

50% Scholarship

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, June 28, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, July 22, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, August 16, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 02, 2024

BNU Institutional Support

Eligibility Criteria

Students attending public sector, non-profit, and trust schools are eligible to apply.

Applicants from the aforementioned schools are encouraged to apply and complete the BNU admission process.

75% or above percentage in Secondary School (Matric/O level or equivalent) and in Higher Secondary School (Intermediate/ A level or equivalent).

To retain this scholarship throughout their undergraduate degree, applicants must maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0.

Applicants applying for this scholarship will be eligible for other scholarships.

Percentage Coverage

25% Scholarship

Submission Date (Early Round)

Friday, June 28, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Early Round)

Monday, July 22, 2024

Submission Date (Regular Round)

Friday, August 16, 2024

Decision Announcement Date (Regular Round)

Monday, September 02, 2024

NEST Scholarships for Arts & Culture

BNU is pleased to announce the National Endowment Scholarship for Talent in Arts & Culture for enrolled students under a welcome initiative by the Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training. The scholarship was inaugurated by the former Federal Minister of Federal Education & Professional Training, Mr. Shafqat Mahmood, on January 16, 2020, in Islamabad. Also present at the occasion was the former Vice Chancellor, Mr. Shahid Hafiz Kardar.

Under the NEST scholarship program, 100% tuition fee-waiver (including hostel fees, wherever applicable) on the understanding that 50% will be contributed by BNU in accordance with its present criteria for determining eligibility for a need based scholarship.

The scholarship is competitive and only selected slots under the program are available to full-time registered students of the undergraduate programs at Mariam Dawood School of Visual Arts & Design, Department of Theater, Film and TV of the School of Media & Mass Communication, and Department of Liberal Arts at Seeta Majeed School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.

The NEST Eligibility Criteria for the students is as follows:

  • The applicant must be a Pakistani National.
  • Students must secure admission in the approved discipline at the participating institution as per admission policy of the institution and be enrolled in Undergraduate (4 or 5 Years) program.
  • The eligibility of a candidate is linked to neediness of the candidate as determined by the financial background of his/her family (in accordance with the due diligence processes of BNU already shared with and endorsed by NEST).
  • Not availing any other educational scholarship during the current academic year.
Download NEST Scholarship Form Checklist of Required Documents

For more information contact:

Ms. Somia maqsood

Assistant Registrar

Email: somia.maqsood@bnu.edu.pk

Phone: 042-38100156, Ext: 301

All completed applications must be submitted to the Registrar's Office at BNU by the deadline set by the Registrar's Office

Madanjeet Singh Art Scholarships

The South Asia Foundation awards the Madanjeet Singh Art Scholarships to talented students from South Asia. Sixteen students from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are fully funded and are part of the BNU family.

Rahimeen Ahmad Scholarship Fund

Rahimeen Ahmad Scholarship Fund (RASF) was established in 2022 in loving memory of BNU alumni and Fulbright scholar, Rahimeen Ahmad.
The fund aims to provide a 100% scholarship for at least 1 female student for a four year undergraduate degree at BNU, on an ongoing basis.
Rahimeen (May God grant her the highest levels of Paradise) was a brilliant, empathic dreamer with many plans to give back to Pakistan. In particular, she believed education to be a key vehicle for both personal growth and social progress.
In this spirit she continuously sought opportunities to learn, both, inside and outside the classroom. She strove for knowledge not just for herself but also to enrich others. Rahimeen’s family and friends hope this scholarship will continue Rahimeen’s light, pass on her torch and fulfill her dreams of helping others actualize their potential through the gift of education.

Notes:

  • For applying for scholarships, students can collect the scholarship form from the Registrar Office.
  • No student will be provided a scholarship if he/she does not complete full workload for a semester as prescribed by the School/Institute for the postgraduate, graduate and for undergraduate degree program.
  • Since scholarships offered at BNU are subject to funding and availability, the University reserves the right to amend its scholarship policy without prior notification.
  • The University reserves the right to withdraw, terminate or suspend any scholarship on disciplinary grounds or in case of academic failure.
  • Scholars will be required to assist the University with its marketing and publicity activities as appropriate.

Important Downloads:

Click here to check Scholarship Policy of BNU MA AE Scholarship Structure Need-Based Scholarship Form

Friends of BNU

BNU is grateful for the support from benefactors and donors, and the following Friends of BNU for providing scholarships for our students:

  • M/s Karvan Publishers
  • M/s Aliel Jewellers
  • Madanjeet Singh Trust and South Asia Foundation
  • M/s Sang-e-Meel Publishers
  • Zavia Trust, London
  • Zohra and ZZ Ahmed Foundation
  • Mausammary Lawn
  • Mrs Nighat Ali, LGS
  • Maqbool Academy
  • Packages Ltd
  • Mrs. Nasreen Mahmud Kasuri
  • Mr. Nooruddin Zahid
  • Mrs Salima Hashmi
  • Mr. Omar Qaiser – New York
  • Prof. Dr. Masoom A. Haider - Toronto
  • Prof. Dr. Mansoor A. Haider - Raleigh-Durham
  • Prof. Dr. Ziauddin Sardar -London
  • Dr. Mazahir Najfi, FRCS - Hamilton
  • Architect Mukhtar Khalil - Chicago
  • Pakistan Education Endowment Fund (PEEF)

FAQS

1. What are the core subjects in the BS Communication and Immersive Media Degree?

The BS Communication and Immersive Media degree subjects include Digital Media, Immersive Technologies, Multimedia Production, Interactive Design, Virtual Reality (VR), and Digital Storytelling, along with various communication theory courses.

2. What career opportunities does the Bachelor of Communication and Immersive Media open up?

BS Communication and Immersive Media prepares students for a wide range of careers in media production, digital design, game development, virtual reality, and interactive media. Graduates can work as multimedia producers, VR designers, digital marketing experts, and more.

3. How does the BS in Communication and Immersive Media program incorporate immersive technologies?

The program integrates cutting-edge immersive technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and interactive design principles, into its curriculum to ensure that students are well-equipped for the rapidly growing immersive media industry.

4. Is the BS Communication and Immersive Media Degree suited for students with a background in traditional media studies?

Yes, the program is ideal for students who have a passion for traditional media but are eager to explore emerging technologies. The course bridges the gap between conventional media and the new frontier of immersive media.

5. What makes the Bachelor of Communication and Immersive Media Degree unique at BNU?

The BS in Communication and Immersive Media at BNU offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience with the latest immersive technologies. The program prepares students for the future of media through specialized courses and practical applications in VR, AR, and multimedia production.

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Fee Structure 2026–27

Fee Structure Breakdown

Fee Structure Breakdown Amount (PKR)
Fee Structure Breakdown

Per Semester Fees

 Amount

321,000
Fee Structure Breakdown

Admission Form Processing Fee (one-time at admission)

 Amount

4,000
Fee Structure Breakdown

Admission Fee (one-time at admission)

 Amount

30,000
Fee Structure Breakdown

Security Deposit (Refundable, one-time at admission)

 Amount

35,000
Fee Structure Breakdown

Medical Insurance (Per Semester)

 Amount

2,000
Fee Structure Breakdown

Activity Charges (Per Semester)

 Amount

11,000

Hostel Fee

Type Amount Per Semester (PKR)
Type

Security Deposit (One-time refundable)

 Amount

25,000
Type

Hostel Charges On-Campus

 Amount

132,000
Type

Hostel Charges Outside Campus

 Amount

106,000

Optional Room Appliances

Appliance Amount Per Semester (PKR)
Appliance

Room Refrigerator

 Amount

10,200
Appliance

Room Electric Heater

 Amount

18,000
Appliance

Air Conditioner

 Amount

54,000

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Program Description

The BS Immersive Media at BNU is designed for students passionate about animation, games, and visual effects. This four-year, studio-based degree integrates 3D animation, game design, visual effects, and extended reality technologies including AR, VR, and XR. From year one, students work on real production projects, building an industry-ready portfolio and showreel by graduation.

  • Track A: Animation and Visual Effects
  • Track B: Games and Interactive Media (AR/VR)

Courses

Semester I

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Communication, Culture and Society

 Course Code

SMC-101

 Course Type

SMC Core/DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Digital Foundation

 Course Code

SMC-102

 Course Type

SMC Core/DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Intro to Game Design

 Course Code

IMMS-101

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan

 Course Code

GEN-111

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

2
Course Title

Pakistan Studies

 Course Code

GEN-132

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

2
Course Title

Introduction to Liberal Arts

 Course Code

GEN-120

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Islamic Studies

 Course Code

GEN-112

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

2
Total 18

Semester II

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Media: Ethics, Law and Critical Inquiry

 Course Code

SMC-151

 Course Type

SMC Core/DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Foundations for Storytelling

 Course Code

SMC-150

 Course Type

SMC Core/DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Introduction to 3D Modelling

 Course Code

IMMS-150

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Functional English

 Course Code

GEN-104

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Computer Literacy

 Course Code

GEN-101

 Course Type

HEC/ GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Elective I

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

HEC/IDE

 Credit hrs

3
Total 18

Semester III

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Interface Design and User Experience

 Course Code

IMMS-205

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Game Modelling Fundamentals

 Course Code

IMMS-200

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Sound Design and Audio Production

 Course Code

IMMS-201

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Game Design: Principles and Production Pipeline

 Course Code

IMMS-202

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Algorithmic Thinking

 Course Code

GEN-240

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Environmental Science

 Course Code

GEN-217

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Total 18

Semester IV

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Digital Production and 360 Filmmaking

 Course Code

IMMS-250

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Advanced Game Mechanics and Systems Design

 Course Code

IMMS-251

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Texturing, Lighting and Rendering

 Course Code

Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Game Development with Unity

 Course Code

IMMS-252

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Elective II

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

HEC/IDE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Academic Writing

 Course Code

JOU-237

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Total 18

Semester V

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

IMME Special Elective I

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

D-Elective

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Advanced 3D Modelling

 Course Code

IMMS-302

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

AR Development with Unity

 Course Code

IMMS-300

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Emergent Game Design and Simulation

 Course Code

Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Compositing and Motion Graphics

 Course Code

IMMS-301

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Fahm-ul-Quran I

 Course Code

GEN-127

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

1
Total 16

Semester VI

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Advanced 3D Animation

 Course Code

IMMS-350

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Elective III

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

HEC/IDE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Unreal Blueprint Development

 Course Code

IMMS-351

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

4
Course Title

Research Methods in Creative Practice

 Course Code

IMMS-352

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Digital VFX I: Simulation

 Course Code

IMMS-304

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Fahm-ul-Quran II

 Course Code

GEN-122

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

1
Total 17

Summer Semester

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Internship

 Course Code

IMMS-353

 Course Type

HEC

 Credit hrs

3
Total 3

Semester VII

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Digital VFX II: Real-Time

 Course Code

IMMS-390

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Previsualization and Storyboarding

 Course Code

IMMS-400

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

IMME Special Elective II

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

D-Elective

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Media Entrepreneurship and Creative Industries

 Course Code

IMMS-391

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Elective IV

 Course Code

Elective

 Course Type

HEC/IDE

 Credit hrs

3
Total 15

Semester VIII

Course Title Course Code Course Type Credit Hrs
Course Title

Portfolio and Individual Development

 Course Code

IMMS-401

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Civics and Citizenship

 Course Code

GEN-204

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

3
Course Title

Community Engagement

 Course Code

GEN-125

 Course Type

HEC/GE

 Credit hrs

1
Course Title

Project: Capstone

 Course Code

IMMS-410

 Course Type

DC

 Credit hrs

6
Total 13

Credit Hours Summary

Category Courses Credit Hrs
Category

Foundation Core

 Courses

4

 Credit Hrs

12
Category

Degree Core (DC) + Degree Elective (D-Electives)

 Courses

23

 Credit Hrs

73
Category

HEC/General Education (GE)

 Courses

16

 Credit Hrs

36
Category

HEC Interdisciplinary Elective (IDE)

 Courses

4

 Credit Hrs

12
Category

HEC Internship

 Courses

1

 Credit Hrs

3
TOTAL 48 136

Degree Requirement

The requirement of this degree is successful completion of 8 semesters (4 Years), which is equivalent to 136 credit hours.

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