BDes in Animation – Seats: 150
BDes in Game Design – Seats: 50
BDes in Fashion Design – Seats: 100
BDes in Visual Communication Design – Seats: 50

Key highlights of Whistling Woods International’s infrastructure include:

• Animation, Gaming, Comic & VFX Lab
• Apparel Construction Room
• Pattern & Cutting Room
• Grooming & Draping Room
• Dedicated Computer Labs
• 250-Seater Theatre
• Dolby Digital Film Studio
• Foxconn Media Lab
• Library

• Award-winning faculty members who are working industry professionals, with a few owning their own brands, labels, and studios.
• Industry experts serve as visiting or adjunct faculty members.
• The full-time faculty of WWI is a homogenous body of academicians and renowned industry professionals, with regular guest lectures by leading Indian and international filmmakers, actors, technicians, musicians, fashion designers, and animators.
• Students at Whistling Woods International have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with some of the most successful professionals in the Indian and global film and creative arts industry, gaining invaluable insights from their learnings, experiences, and professional journeys.

• Masterclasses & workshops by industry professionals from across the globe
• State-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment
• Students’ work showcased at events like ComicCon, IGX, and various film festivals
• Placements & internships with top industry players

Fashion & Costume Design:

• The only fashion design programme offering 360° learning, covering every micro-sector of the fashion industry
• Association with WGSN, with each project curated based on international forecasts
• Graduates pursue careers such as Fashion Stylists for films/TV, Visual Merchandisers, Fashion Show Coordinators, Fashion Photographers, Fashion Illustrators, and Pattern Designers

Visual Communication Design:

• Faculty from top design schools like NID (Ahmedabad), JJ (Mumbai), RCA (UK), and Parsons (New York)
• Project-based semesters focused on design methods, processes, skills, and portfolio building
• Internships with design studios/departments for real-world professional exposure

• Over 200+ masterclasses and workshops conducted by industry experts across various creative fields.
• Hands-on experience with professionals from top fashion design studios & labels, animation & game design companies, design departments of corporations, and design-led firms.
• Internship opportunities with leading industry organisations across fashion, animation, game design, and visual communication design sectors.
• International exposure through student exchange programmes, allowing students to gain global industry insights.

Visual Communication Design (VCD):

• 2021 Batch: 8 of 8 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,68,500
• 2022 Batch: 10 of 10 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,00,000
• 2023 Batch: 10 of 11 students placed | Average salary: ₹8,60,000

Fashion Design:

• 2021 Batch: 31 of 36 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,18,456
• 2022 Batch: 32 of 35 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,63,323
• 2023 Batch: 33 of 34 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,14,926

Animation & Game Design:

• 2021 Batch: 8 of 12 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,00,000
• 2022 Batch: 13 of 18 students placed | Average salary: ₹3,93,142
• 2023 Batch: 8 of 11 students placed | Average salary: ₹4,20,000

Note: No PG design programs are offered, so placement data is applicable only at the UG level.

• Fashion & Costume Design student work showcased at Bombay Times Fashion Week
• Animation and Game Design student projects exhibited at Comic Con and IDGC
• Visual Communication Design students participate in a 2-week workshop at ECV Paris as part of an international exchange programme

The admission process at Whistling Woods International includes:

• MECAT
• C.A.T (Creative Ability Test)
• S.O.P (Statement of Purpose)
• P.I (Personal Interview)

Tentative Entrance Exam Dates for 2025–26 Admission Cycle:

• December 2024
• January 2025
• March 2025
• April 2025
• May 2025
• June 2025
• July 2025

BDes in Animation – INR 20,50,000 (for 4 Years)
BDes in Game Design – INR 20,50,000 (for 4 Years)
BDes in Fashion Design – INR 19,50,000 (for 4 Years)
BDes in Visual Communication Design – INR 19,50,000 (for 4 Years)

Here are a few testimonials from alumni of Whistling Woods International’s design programs:

1. Pranesh Suvvari, Assistant Director at DNEG (Animation & Game Design)
   “I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the faculty members at Whistling Woods International for their guidance and unwavering support that has significantly contributed to my personal and professional growth. The enriching work environment and peer encouragement have continuously fueled me to strive for excellence. A special acknowledgment is owed to one faculty member for providing me with the opportunity to work on an entire feature film during the semester. This experience not only enhanced my skills but also offered deep insights into real‑world industry dynamics, accelerating my growth, and uncovering my true passion.”

2.  Vijayalaxmi Raja, The Souled Store (Fashion & Costume Design)
   “I am Vijayalaxmi Raja, a proud graduate from the Fashion Design batch of 2023 at Whistling Woods International. Envisioning a career in design, my dreams found fruition through the exceptional courses at WWI. The program provided not only a profound understanding of design but also meticulously crafted divisions, covering foundational basics to advanced concepts. ‘Learning by doing’ became more than a theme; it was a philosophy that enriched my educational journey with invaluable insights. The faculty, beyond exceptional, transformed the college into a second home. Their approachability, friendliness, and innovative teaching methods made each class engaging and memorable. Favourite courses like Digital Design, Pattern Making and Draping, Business of Fashion, and Understanding World Art were instrumental in shaping my skills and knowledge. The campus experience, filled with events and festivals, added a refreshing dimension to my college life. Post my graduation, the Placement Cell seamlessly facilitated job opportunities, setting the stage for my professional journey. Now working in the field, I notice a substantial difference and increased efficiency in my work, a testament to the quality of design education received at WWI.”
3. Aahaana Tanejaa, Assistant Manager – Design at Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (Visual Communication Design)
   “My journey as a Visual Communication Design student at Whistling Woods International has been nothing short of transformative. The well‑structured curriculum and passionate faculty ignited my creative spark and pushed me to explore uncharted territories. The campus is a vibrant and conducive environment for learning, with innovative facilities that cater to all our design needs. Interacting with fellow students has broadened my horizons and enriched my journey. What stands out about my time at WWI is the practical approach to learning. I have gained theoretical knowledge and practical skills through engaging projects, preparing me for a successful career in this field.”