Online Bachelor's Degrees in Game Design

Bachelor's - Game and Simulation Programming

DeVry's bachelor's degree program in Game and Simulation Programming (GSP) produces graduates poised to make an impact in the industry. Master the coding languages, visual design principles, and software methods used in the development of video games, crime scene reconstruction, corporate training software, and more. We also partner with industry-leading companies like Vivendi/Universal to offer students experiential learning opportunities and networking contacts to potential employers around the world. With the gaming industry charting revenues in excess of $21 billion, and the U.S. Army alone investing millions in simulation training, exciting new jobs in these areas are created every day. Your Game and Simulation Programming degree from DeVry University will prepare you for success.

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Offered by: DeVry University

Bachelor Degree - Game Software Development

This bachelor's degree can prepare you for a career creating and programming games. During the course of the program our Westwood faculty of software professionals will share real–world experiences and insights with students and:

• Address software development using industry–standard programming languages
• Offer instruction in game artificial intelligence and game engine architecture
• Assist you in creating a portfolio and complete working game to demonstrate to potential employers

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

Offered by: Westwood College

Design & Technical Graphics (BS)

In the Design & Technical Graphics program, you'll learn how to best communicate design solutions through concept development, 2-D and 3-D visualization, and technical document production. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as 3-D rendering artist, technical coordinator, and visual designer.

Offered by: The Art Institutes

Bachelor of Computer Science - Game Software Development

This program is designed to immerse students in the core knowledge of software engineering emphasizing animation and gaming development. This program will focus on leading programming technologies and will prepare students for entry level positions in the gaming industry. A comprehensive approach will carry students from modeling through animation and game programming, to the senior design project.

Offered by: Baker College Online

Game Design and Development

The Bachelor Degree program in Game Design and Development is designed to provide training in principles and techniques used to create interactive 2D and 3D computer games. Students can learn design software, programming languages, modeling and animation skills, networking principles, level and world editors, and game engines used to design and develop games, as well as examine market research and business concepts related to game production and distribution processes. Project management, creative design and communications skills are integrated throughout this dynamic curriculum to help prepare students for entry-level positions in the game design and development industry.

Offered by: International Academy of Design and Tech

BS in Game Development

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Game Development employs an integrated and coherent approach that prepares students with the necessary academic knowledge and technical competencies required for a wide range of positions in the gaming and graphic arts industry. The curriculum is focused on designing and producing work for print, the World Wide Web, television, cinema, multimedia, and digital entertainment. The degree enables students to specialize in topics appropriate for an entry-level position in a variety of interactive and graphic arts fields.

Offered by: Herzing University

Simulation and Game Programming - Bachelor

This program prepares graduates in the fundamentals of computer programming with a focus on "real world" simulation, game programming, modeling, and animation. The curriculum includes several general education courses and focuses on areas such as Computer Programming, Web Application Design and Development, Database Scripting, 2D/3D Animation/Graphics Programming and Modeling, Simulation and Game Engine Design, and Artificial Intelligence.

Graduates will have the education and experience needed to enter a variety of industries in the private and public sector, including: electronic gaming, product design, healthcare, homeland security and defense, transportation, law enforcement and criminal investigations, and educational, corporate, and medical training.

Offered by: ECPI University

Game and Simulation Programming Bachelor Degree

Do you love to play video games? Think about what it would be like to design and create them for a living. Degree holders in this field command high salaries and work in fun and creative environments with a high potential for advancement. The Gaming and Simulation Programming degree at Rasmussen College will prepare you for the fast paced and exciting career in Game and Simulation Programming.

Offered by: Rasmussen College

Bachelor of Science in Game Development & Simulation Programming

The Bachelor Degree Program in Game Development & Simulation Programming Technology will prepare students for careers in Game Programming and Software Engineering. The program builds on the foundations laid in the Associate's Degree Program with emphasis placed on acquiring the technical skills necessary to implement games on a variety of platforms including phones, handheld devices, Nintendo, XBox, and other game platforms.
Through studying and applying key principles of software design, as well as specific game algorithms and techniques, students will learn to design and implement games of increasing size and complexity. Class work is centered around developing games in small teams, an approach which allows students to acquire both the technical and interpersonal skills necessary for the game and simulation industry.
A key feature of the program is the senior capstone project where students will bring together knowledge gained throughout the program. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students in teams of two to four will design and develop a game over a period of six months. The project work will be evaluated by a team of three faculty members.
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be prepared to apply for positions such as game design prototype engineer, game designer, level designer and game developer. Graduates will also qualify for positions such as system developer, analyst, programmer, software engineer, web programmer, planner or developer.

Offered by: New England Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Production

 

 For those interested in a career in the video game industry, this program offers instruction on environment and 3D modeling, scripting, multiplayer interactivity, texturing, and other aspects of design. The curriculum introduces enrollees to multiple aspects of designing and producing games beyond just for the traditional video game industry, because the skills learned may be applied to other employment options too, such as creating interactive media applications, virtual learning tools or virtual simulation models for a variety of businesses online and offline, including education entertainment and military game simulation.

Offered by: International Academy of Design & Technology Online

Game Development

Full Sail University's Game Development Bachelor's Degree Program teaches you about the game creation process from start to finish. Courses encompass preproduction and how to create game docs, programming and implementation, plus game play and level design. Working in a production environment with a team of programmers, artists, and designers, you'll use your knowledge to develop a playable video game. The Entertainment Business Degree Program may be taken in addition to Game Development and will result in a Master of Science Degree upon completion.

Course Highlights:

•Artificial Intelligence
•Engine Development
•Game Networking
•Rules of the Game
•Structure of Game Production
•Software Engineering

Offered by: Full Sail University

Game and Simulation Production Bachelor's Degree

In the Online Game and Simulation program, you will understand and be able to apply the technical concepts and knowledge needed to develop games and simulation projects from concept to finished product. This Online Bachelors degree will enhance your critical thinking and reasoning abilities, information literacy, and communication skills. The knowledge you gain will enable you to begin a career in the game and simulation production industry.

Offered by: Rasmussen College Online

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