Video Game Design Schools, Colleges

ITT Technical Institute:

Digital Entertainment and Game Design Degree:

The ITT Technical Institutes offer a bachelor degree in Digital Entertainment and Game Design.  Courses in this program offer a strong foundation in digital game design through the study of subjects such as gaming technology, game design process, animation, level design and general education coursework.

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DeVry University

Game and Simulation Programming Bachelor's Degree:

DeVry's Game and Simulation Programming curriculum prepares graduates to join the private and public sector game software industry in a variety of software development roles across the game programming life cycle, including programmer, software engineer and project coordinator. Applications-oriented, the program provides preparation in the math and physics of games; programming fundamentals; game design; modifications (MOD) and massively multi-player online game (MMOG) programming; two- and three-dimensional graphics programming; and simulation and game engine design. Also included is a full complement of general education courses, recommended by game industry experts as critical for well-rounded development team members.

The Art Institutes

Game Art & Design Program:

Bring a game designer's concept to life. You will create the characters and environments of the game. Learn modeling (creating a character or object), scene and set design, motion capture, animation, texture mapping, and more. Your reel will help get your foot in the doors of game developers.

Game Programming:

Game Programming students are those who want to be more than a gamer — they want to create the virtual worlds that attract the gamers. While pursuing a game programming degree, students learn coding, production, artistic concepts, and game play strategies. In this evolving industry, Game Programming students receive a hands-on introduction to programming, allowing them to collaborate on new ideas and techniques and speculate on those coming tomorrow.

Full Sail University

Bachelor of Game Development

As gaming design technology evolves, Full Sail University's Game Art Bachelor's Degree Program teaches you to develop specialized, realistic elements for breathtaking game experiences. The program's coursework focuses on 3D art and content creation, with a heavy emphasis on character development, shading and lighting, texturing, and modeling – giving you a solid foundation in the art skills needed for game production. Game Art students work together with Game Development students in a real-world production setting, creating a playable game from start to finish.

Westwood College

Bachelor - Game Software Development:

Thousands who work in the video game industry say their passion for playing is what drew them to their jobs. They've designed this degree program to focus specifically on software engineering fundamentals and game software development. You'll be able to apply these skills to high-tech careers in fields like game development and interactive entertainment.

Westwood College provides a flexible, challenging educational option for students who want to be a part of the dynamic gaming and game design industry.

Bachelor - Game Art and Design:

This Game Art & Design Program helps students gain knowledge of art and animation techniques for employment in the game and interactive software industry. The curriculum includes courses such as Color Theory, 3-D Modeling and Animation, and Cinematography. In addition, a combination of management and general education courses enhance students' skills in critical thinking, logic, communication, and problem solving.

Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy

Game & Interactive Media Certificate:

The Tribeca Flashpoint Game & Interactive Media program can help transform your love of video games into a lifelong pursuit.

Create professional-quality content for a variety of game genres and interactive media platforms.  Learn game development workflow and digital asset management.  At Tribeca Flashpoint, you'll develop the work ethic, collaborative abilities and problem-solving skills you need to succeed.

Game & Interactive Media Associate Degree:

Tribeca Flashpoint's Associate Degree program simulates a real-world interactive media studio setting. You'll experience team dynamics in action on small and large-scale projects and assume roles in the program's four areas of focus: Design, Art, Programming and Project Management.  You'll leave with an Associate of Applied Science degree, a competitive portfolio, and the necessary skills to help you start your career.

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division

Game Art & Design Program:

Bring a game designer's concept to life. You will create the characters and environments of the game. Learn modeling (creating a character or object), scene and set design, motion capture, animation, texture mapping, and more. Your reel will help get your foot in the doors of game developers.

International Academy of Design and Technology Online

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Production:

The Academy is ready to help teach you the skills you need to pursue a variety of game production career opportunities. Because "what is gaming?" is being redefined and broadened every day, the demand continues to grow for fresh ideas from a new generation of creative minds across more industries than ever. Bring your talents to the Academy where you can expand them into career skills. Students can learn about digital imaging, game production, level design, scripting, environment and 3D modeling, texturing and more. Student portfolios created in our program are designed to help you display your creative work in a professional way. The internship program offered at the Academy Online can help you get to know a professional industry in while you are still in school. Apply today to obtain the education and skills you need for the exciting career you want in one of the many growing industries that a degree in Game Production can prepare you for.

Collins College

Bachelor - Game Design:

The The curriculum in our Game Design Program is designed to equip you with game essentials like C++, Java, 3ds max and AI (Artificial Intelligence) so you can make your quest-driven concept a game reality. Your education in Game Design can take you from game research and planning, character development and storytelling, all the way through level design, modeling programming and project management. It takes more than imagination to be a game designer, and we can help you to take your ideas from concept to completion and beyond.

Brown College

Game Design & Development:

Brown College designed its Game Design and Development program to prepare students for entry-level positions in careers related to the creation of interactive 2D and 3D computer games. Students can learn how to use design software, programming languages, modeling and animation skills, networking principles, level and world editors, and game engines used to design and develop games.

This program also explores market research and business concepts related to game production and distribution processes, along with project management and creative design. The program's General Education curriculum is designed to develop the communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills sought by today's employers.