Video Game Design Schools, Colleges

Digital Entertainment and Game Design:

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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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.

Game Art & Design Bachelor of Science Degree:

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division courses have been designed with extensive input from game-industry professionals and focus on the artistic side of games - not on computer programming.

You will concentrate on the specifics needed as a professional game artist: -Scene and set design, Motion capture, Character development, Visual storytelling, Game design strategies, 3D animation, Low-polygon modeling, Game level design, Texture mapping.... In other words, a lot of the fun stuff. : )

With an average class size of 12 to 15 students, you won't get lost in the crowd.

Bachelor - Game Art and Design:

Strong creativity, design, computer, and problem solving skills are the keys for success in this exciting and growing field. With these specialized skills in mind, Westwood College has designed a Bachelor degree program in Game Art and Design.

As with all Westwood College programs, you'll acquire real-world applied knowledge through our hands-on teaching approach. Best of all, Westwood also provides you the conceptual knowledge you need to be productive and successful in your new career.

Game Art & Design Program:

Looking for a career in game art and design, photography, broadcasting or visual effects? The Art Institutes provides you with more than just hands-on training using the latest software..

Get prepared for an exciting design career. At The Art Institutes, you’ll receive hands-on training from industry professionals, plus you’ll build your portfolio.

Bachelor - Game Art and Design:

Strong creativity, design, computer, and problem solving skills are the keys for success in this exciting and growing field. With these specialized skills in mind, Westwood College has designed a Bachelor degree program in Game Art and Design. As with all Westwood College programs, you'll acquire real-world applied knowledge through our hands-on teaching approach. Best of all, Westwood also provides you the conceptual knowledge you need to be productive and successful in your new career.

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.

BFA in Computer Animation:

This 3 year program offers all that you need to jump-start an exciting career in cutting edge computer animation. Some of the topics covered include Storyboarding Process, Character Animation, Character Modeling, Advanced Digital Compositing, Filmmaking, Advanced Applications in Animation, Advanced Visual Effects and more.

MFA in Special Effects Animation:

This 4 semester masters program covers the advanced techniques in animation with a strong slant on special effects. Topics cover high end techniques like motion capturing and other cutting edge technologies and theory.

Learn from industry experts from leading companies such as SEGA, ImageWorks, Disney, and more. They're one of the United States' most technologically equipped digital artist colleges. They have the tools and techniques to empower your creative career.

Bachelor - Game Design:

The educational objective of the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game Design program is to provide the knowledge, skills and experience needed to prepare the student for employment in entry-level positions in the field of Game Design. The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game Design program educates the student in professional and general education courses with an emphasis in designing and writing supporting documentation for 2D and 3D games and includes programming and a 3D animation application.

Associate - Programming & Game Development:

The Programming & Game Development Program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to be employable in the field of programming and software development. Students will have the ability to develop digital games from conception to completion.