Side Academy

At our institution, Houdini is a cornerstone of both the Bachelor's and Master's programs in 3D Animation and Visual Effects. The curriculum is designed in progressive levels, allowing students to build deep, production-ready skills in procedural workflows, FX, grooming, simulation, and more.

In the Bachelor’s program, students follow a three-year path where Houdini is taught from the ground up—starting with core concepts and gradually advancing to complex simulations, terrain building, grooming, and introductory muscle rigging. Each year combines technical training with creative project development.

The Master’s program continues this progression with a strong focus on high-end production workflows, custom tool creation, and shot development using Solaris, Karma, and RenderMan. Students are trained to work in team-based pipelines and deliver portfolio-quality work, preparing them for careers in top studios.