Overview
Game Design from American University Washington DC will develop students' intellectual capacity as designers, developers, consumers, and games administrators. Beyond traditional game design and development, students learn to tailor play design for distinct education purposes.
Careers
With award-winning faculty and real-world experience, our program prepares students for a career in all facets of game design, play theory, and engagement strategies. Students leave with the skills and experience they need to succeed in applying game design to non-game contexts.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- 3D Animation
- Design of Play
- Game Design and Art Pipeline Production
- Game Development
- Games & Health
- Game Research Methods
- Games and Society
- Playful City
- Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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SOC operates on a rolling admissions basis for Masters programs.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Graphic Design Video Games & Multimedia Software Engineering View 113 other Masters in Graphic Design in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Statement of purpose
- Resume
- Transcripts from all previous post-secondary institution
- Two letters of recommendation
- Portfolio (optional)
- Applicants must hold an accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the last 60 hours.
- All applicants must submit a 1,000-word essay on the applicant's commitment to pursuing study in the program,
Tuition Fee
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International
32616 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32616 USD per year during 24 months.
Tuition for National students: $1,812 Per credit hour
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.