Ahmedabad: GLS University has launched its Global B.Design (Hons.) programme in collaboration with Australia’s SAE Institute, marking a landmark moment for creative media education in India. This innovative four-year undergraduate programme is the first of its kind in the country, offering globally benchmarked specialisations in Animation & VFX and Game Development.
GLS University, established in 1927 by the Gujarat Law Society (GLS), is one of Gujarat’s most revered educational institutions. It is the only institution in India authorized to offer SAE Institute’s internationally recognized curriculum and certification. This collaboration marks SAE Institute’s formal entry into India, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing the country’s rapidly growing creative industries. SAE Institute, part of the Careers and Industry Division of the Navitas group, has been a global leader in creative media and technology education for 50 years, offering world-class, project-based learning in Animation, Audio, Computer Science, Design, Film, Games, Information Technology, Music, and VFX & Virtual Production, with 47 campuses across 20 countries.
GLS University is the only institution in India authorised to offer SAE Institute’s internationally recognised curriculum and certification. The collaboration also marks SAE Institute’s formal entry into India, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing the country’s rapidly growing creative industries. SAE Institute is part of the Careers and Industry Division of Navitas group, Australia’s largest private educator provider and a global leader in education pathways.
The formal signing ceremony for the launch of the Global B. Design (Hons.) programme took place on Monday in the presence of Sudhir Nanavati, President of GLS University, and Dr. Chandni Kapadia, Executive Director of GLS University, alongside several eminent dignitaries. Senior representatives from Navitas, including Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, Careers & Industry Division, and Steve Hird, General Manager, Marketing & Recruitment for South Asia, along with other senior dignitaries from Navitas, were also present.
The Global B.Design (Hons.) programme aims to develop industry-ready graduates by combining GLS University’s academic expertise with SAE Institute’s five decades of world-class, practice-led training. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning though a project-based structure, ensuring students build practical skills from the day one using state-of-the- art studios and tools adopted by leading global creative studios.
The programme also offers opportunities for international immersion and exchange, giving students a valuable global perspective essential for success in modern creative and technology-driven sectors. Graduates will receive an SAE Institute qualification, accredited and awarded as a B.Design (Hons.) by GLS University, an internationally recognised certification that enhances global employability and career mobility.
Speaking on the occasion, Sudhir Nanavati, President, GLS University, said,”This partnership with the esteemed SAE Institute is a milestone for GLS University and for India’s education system. We are committed to offering our students a truly world-class education that prepares them to be leaders and innovators in the global creative economy.”
Dr. Chandni Kapadia, Executive Director of GLS University, said, “We are proud to partner with SAE Australia to launch the exclusive Global B. Design (Hons.) Programme in India. This collaboration bridges the gap in India’s rapidly growing creative industries by providing students with world-class education in Animation & VFX and Game Development. Our aim is to empower the next generation of Indian creators to not only succeed in the global market but to lead the charge in shaping the future of creative media.”
Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, Careers & Industry Division, Navitas, said,”We are thrilled to partner with GLS University to establish our presence in India. This collaboration ensures that the next generation of Indian creators receives the highest standard of technical and creative education, preparing them to join our global community of successful alumni at major creative industry giants.”
GLS University is the only institution in India offering SAE Institute’s globally recognized curriculum and learning environment in Animation & VFX and Game Development. Students will also benefit from GLS University’s extensive network of over 1,000 industry connections, providing unparalleled access to internships, real-world projects, and employment opportunities with top-tier companies in animation, VFX, and gaming. In addition, they will become part of the SAE community, gaining access to a worldwide network of creative media professionals and industry experts. Through its collaboration with SAE Institute, GLS University further strengthens its long-standing commitment to quality education and sets a new benchmark for higher education in India’s creative media and technology fields.
