Game Design

Program Overview

This 12-month Diploma in Game Design program provides comprehensive training in game design principles, coding, game art, and level design. Students develop a professional-quality portfolio, gain industry connections, and master the entire game development cycle, preparing them for a successful career in the gaming industry.

Program Outline

Game Design

Degree Overview:

• Duration:
12 months
• Qualification:
Diploma in Game Design
• Outcomes:
• Professional-quality online portfolio
• Access to VFS Alumni Directory & Job Board
• Industry connections
• Develop proficient skills in coding, game art, or level design
• Master the entire game development cycle
• Build industry-ready portfolio and network

Outline:

Term 1:

• Content:
• Fundamentals of game theory, pre-production techniques, storytelling
• Structure:
• Lectures and workshops
• Team projects
• Module Description:
• Establish foundational knowledge in game design concepts and methodologies.
• Schedule:
• Lectures: 2 days/week
• Workshops: 1 day/week
• Team projects: Ongoing throughout the term

Term 2:

• Content:
• Building upon the foundation established in Term 1, this term focuses on collaborative teamwork and creating a 2D game using Unity
• Structure:
• Hands-on projects with increased difficulty
• Team assignments
• Module Description:
• Learn advanced game development skills through real-world project application.
• Schedule:
• Project work: 3 days/week
• Team meetings: 1 day/week
• Lectures: 1 day/week

Term 3:

• Content:
• Transition from theoretical foundations to practical application by working on detailed design documentation, front-end interfaces, and specializing in coding, game art, or level design
• Structure:
• Individual projects
• Expert-led workshops in specialization area
• Module Description:
• Develop in-depth knowledge and refine skills in chosen specialization.
• Schedule:
• Individual projects: 4 days/week
• Specialization workshops: 1 day/week

Term 4:

• Content:
• Design and plan a final project in teams
• Structure:
• Team-based project development
• Collaborative design and planning activities
• Module Description:
• Apply acquired knowledge and skills to a larger-scale team-based project.
• Schedule:
• Team meetings and development: 5 days/week

Term 5:

• Content:
• Conceive, plan, and execute a final project that delivers an engaging interactive experience
• Structure:
• Project implementation and testing
• Module Description:
• Bring your vision to life through practical development and iteration.
• Schedule:
• Project development: 4 days/week
• Testing and refinement: 1 day/week

Term 6:

• Content:
• Focus on ongoing play-testing, finalization of project, and presentation to the industry
• Structure:
• Playtesting and feedback sessions
• Project finalization and polishing
• Industry presentation
• Module Description:
• Ensure project's quality through rigorous playtesting and feedback, polish development, and present your accomplishment to industry professionals.
• Schedule:
• Playtesting and feedback: 2 days/week
• Project finalization: 2 days/week
• Industry preparation and presentation: 1 day/week

Assessment:

• Continuous assessment through:
• Assignments
• Project work
• Class participation
• Final portfolio and project
• Assessment criteria based on:
• Technical proficiency
• Creativity
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork
• Communication

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Interactive lectures and workshops
• Hands-on projects
• Individualized coaching
• Industry expert mentorship
• Faculty:
• Experienced game design professionals with industry experience
• Active researchers in the field
• Unique Approaches:
• Emphasis on practical application and real-world project experience
• Access to industry-standard software and equipment
• Connections to industry professionals and networking opportunities