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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Game Design and Development

Get on the Road to a Successful Career in Game Design and Development

The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Game Design and Development is designed to help prepare students for entry-level game design positions by building practical skills in the use of software and technology. Students can learn the principles and training used to create 2D and 3D computer games.

As a student in our Game Design and Development Program, you can learn the techniques and tools of game design with a focus on creating media assets and developing basic programming abilities. Project management, creative design and communication skills are integrated throughout this dynamic curriculum to help prepare students for entry-level positions in the game design and development industry.

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Graduates of the Game Design and Development Program should be able to:

  • Describe terms and standard practices used within the game design industry
  • Develop basic operating system, networking and programming skills
  • Create, evaluate and edit graphics, storyboards, scripts and text used to design various media assets
  • Demonstrate the ability to use digital media, web design, animation and game design tools and software, and identify aspects of good media design
  • Integrate various graphic, photographic, 2D animation, audio and video elements within game design projects using level editors
  • Discuss principles of interface design, navigation and user support
  • Follow legal, ethical and business guidelines set by game design professionals
  • Create a game design portfolio and demo reel in preparation for a professional career

Graduates of our Game Design and Development Program in Seattle can benefit from the hands-on experience with game design challenges and solutions. The skills you learn here can help you in a career as a game designer, character artist or screenwriter.

Ready to learn more? Students can graduate from our Game Design and Development Program in as little as 18 months. When you’re ready to take the next step, contact us to learn how you can change your future!

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