Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Game Design and Development prepares students to pursue career opportunities in the gaming industry and to contribute to a quickly evolving gaming ecosystem in the UAE and the Gulf region. Gaming is widely recognized as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the Entertainment and Media (E&M) industry worldwide, including notable developments in the UAE and wider Gulf. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global gaming hub, and they will be ready to seize career opportunities in a thriving industry. Developed in collaboration with the leading School of Cinematic Arts at USC, the program will provide students with the creative, entrepreneurial, collaborative, and technological skills needed to design and develop products that can serve as both entertainment and educational tools..

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Upon completion of the degree program, students will be able to:

  1. Design Engaging Gameplay
    Apply game design principles to create immersive, interactive, and engaging player experiences.
  2. Develop Games Using Industry-Standard Tools
    Utilize programming languages, game engines, and development frameworks to build functional and optimized games.
  3. Apply Artistic and Narrative Techniques
    Integrate 2D/3D art, animation, sound design, and storytelling elements to enhance the visual and emotional appeal of games.
  4. Collaborate in Game Development Teams
    Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, applying agile development methodologies and best practices in game production.
  5. Analyze and Improve Player Experience
    Evaluate user feedback, playtesting data, and player psychology to refine and improve game design.
  6. Apply Software Engineering Principles
    Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while utilizing software development methodologies and debugging techniques.
  7. Understand Industry Trends and Ethics
    Demonstrate knowledge of current game industry trends, monetization strategies, legal considerations, and ethical implications in game development.
  8. Create a Professional Portfolio
    Develop a compelling portfolio showcasing game projects, demonstrating technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to potential employers.

Why study at AUD?

AUD is one of the most established universities in the region, located in one of the fastest growing and cosmopolitan cities in the world. Building upon years of success, we know how to educate and we do it exceptionally well.

DISTINGUISHED STUDENT SUPPORT

We are committed to supporting AUD students throughout their academic and professional journeys, from the day they enroll through to their graduation, and beyond.

Top US & UAE Accreditations

AUD is the region’s first American-accredited institution. Since 1995, our efforts and accomplishments have led to licensure by the Ministry of Education in the UAE and accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) in the United States multiple times through the years. In addition, all of our degree programs hold professional accreditations.

High Job Placement Rates

AUD's graduates are highly sought after by local, regional and international employers for their cross-cultural knowledge, rigorous work ethic, critical thinking skills, understanding of world views, outstanding language skills, ability to work under pressure and so much more.