Game Designer (Specialization) Jämför

Transform your passion for games into your dream career!

Regardless of whether it is level design, gameplay design, system design, scripting, narrative design, quality assurance, or game production management that ignites your creativity and passion, this program will get you into the industry with credibility, through hands-on development experience in game design.

• 2,5 years (5 terms/semesters).
• 30 weeks of internship (LIA).
• Specialization semester.
• Degree: Higher Vocational Education Diploma

Areas of specialization

Opting for Level Design as your specialization entails gaining a deeper understanding of advanced principles in level design, encompassing aspects such as layering, progression, tempo, and difficulty escalation. Additionally, you’ll explore the relationship between level design and storytelling in professional game design. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of crafting detailed level design documentation, iterating on designs, and effectively communicating your ideas.

Selecting the Technical and/or Systems Designer specialization provides an opportunity to develop an advanced understanding of scripting, prototyping, iteration, game mechanics, and game systems using industry-standard tools. You’ll gain proficiency in designing and implementing sophisticated, adaptable gaming systems, customizing them to elevate the player experience. Additionally, you’ll acquire the skills necessary to create sustainable and scalable gaming systems with enhanced workflows tailored to meet the demands of the professional gaming industry.

“Learning by Doing, Learning by Reflection”

Gain insights from seasoned industry professionals as you develop core competencies in game development.

Access our creative environment, equipped with cutting-edge equipment and relevant software, where you can cultivate and refine your skills alongside talented classmates and experienced game developers at Futuregames.

Engage in immersive game projects with peers from concurrent programs such as Indie Game Developer, Game Programmer, Game Artist, and QA/Game Testers. Through these projects, you’ll simulate real-world professional experiences, preparing you for an exciting and progressive career in the gaming industry.

Overview of Learning Outcomes after completion

• Designing and analyzing game experiences
• Designing and building levels
• Designing and crafting game systems
• Thorough understanding of Unity and the latest Unreal Engine
• Strong gameplay scripting skills (C# and visual scripting)
• Adopting a player-centric approach and understanding of target audience
• Strong team and communication skills
• Designing games for multiple platforms (PC, mobile, VR, etc.)
• Designing in a data-driven way
• Understanding the entire development and distribution process of games