Bachelor Game Design University Of Applied Sciences Europe

Program description

Game Design (B.A.)

Computer, video, and mobile games are the medium of the future. Already today, more than 40 percent of Germans profess their love for them, with 90 percent of those people playing them multiple times a week. Games mean entertainment and business, yet they also reflect personal expression and global perspectives – and most of all, they're a lot of fun! In the Game Design program, your studies will focus on the development and creation of innovative and experimental games.

As a student, you'll receive an overview of the business, culture, and markets surrounding computer games, from AAA to indie games and experimental formats. You'll have classes in the areas of game design, game art, and game programming, as well as their interplay with each other. From the first semester on, you'll learn how to master the development process in teams on a project basis. To round out the development of your own games and prototypes, you'll learn about the theoretical aspects of gaming as a medium, receive an overview of the financial perspectives and get insight into the industry at the national and international level. In interdisciplinary seminars, workshops, and study trips, you'll expand your horizons.

Admission requirements

EURO 3.000 (EURO three thousand) This reservation fee will be deducted from the total amount of study fees. (Not applicable for EU applicants)
Official translation to English or German for those documents in different language.
German taught programmes needs both English / German language certificate
Minimum English language level is B1

Application requirements:

Application form
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (if applicable, university entrance examinations, bachelor's transcript of records, bachelor's degree certificates). If applicant is eligible to access higher education in their home country, he/she is eligible to apply to UE.
English / German language certificate* or request to waive**
CV - up to date
Passport copy
Letter of motivation (around 500-800 words, stating the motivation for applying at UE and the respective programme)

Once the application is complete, the student is required to complete an online test (UE sends the log in details).

Direct admission (German higher education entrance qualification or equivalent as per Anabin): IST test of 46 minutes lengths covering numerical and figural skills
Indirect admission (for applicants that UE can accept with an entrance examination): IST test of 1 hour 40 minutes length covering verbal, numerical and figural skills.

Please note: Some applicants might be asked to participate in an interview (through Skype). This will take approx. 30 to 45 minutes and includes a general discussion about the your motivation.

Portfolio requirements:

Include up to 10 visual or interactive projects (with accompanying image series, sketches and/or other visual/textual material). These should be original work that highlights a range of your abilities and interests. This might include illustrations, graphic novel spread, poster series, games, character development, photo essays, collages, paintings, sculptures, marketing or social campaigns, short films, animations, applications or websites, personal creative projects, as well as text-based conceptual projects. We are also interested in seeing excerpts from sketchbooks, contact sheets, and research development where applicable. All work should be accompanied by a short text reflecting on the project or work. The portfolio should be collected in a PDF format, and sent through WeTransfer or uploaded onto a website. Large sculptural projects, 3D objects, and performances can be presented digitally. Include any media links or social media channels that are relevant. Interactive projects or games should be uploaded as Windows-executables or as an online playable link.

Language Requirements:

IELTS 5.5 overall (no less than 5.0 each components)
TOEFL IBT 72
TOEFL ITP 500 - 547 (290-300 listening, 280-300 language form, 280-300 reading)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59
Pearson Test of English (General) Level 3
Cambridge Exam Advanced and Proficiency 162 overall
Cambridge Exam First (FCE) Grade C
TOEIC Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150
PASSWORD 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in each component)

Language Waiver

To request a language test waiver, you must have studied in a country where the official first language is English:

At least nine months in duration
Full-time
Taken at a recognised institution where teaching and assessment throughout the course is entirely in English
Has been completed within 2 years of the start date of the course to which you are applying
Medium of Instruction (MOI) should indicate English + EF SET or any accepted English proficiency certificate requested

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Program content

1st Semester: • Game Art • Game Programming & Game Industry • Project I / Mechanics • Visuality I

2nd Semester: • Game Art & Project Management • Game Programming • Project II / Narratives • Visual Studies II

3rd Semester: • Game Development I • Project III • Elective I • Mediality

4th Semester: • Game Development II • Project IV • Elective II • Extended Game Development

5th Semester: Internship or Study Abroad

6th Semester: • Game Development III • Project V • Philosophy

7th Semester: Bachelor Thesis & Bachelor Project

For more information, check out the program's curriculum on the university website.

Scholarships & funding

Partial scholarships of up to 10% available for the first year

Tuition fees

For EU applicants: 9,310 € yearly
For Non-EU applicants: 12,110 € yearly

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About this institute

University of Europe for Applied Sciences

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) educates tomorrow's designers and decision-makers in the areas of business, sports, media & event, and art & design. Our students become part of an innovative and international network, representing more than 100...