

myStudium myStudium Bachelor Game Design
Game Design in myStudium*
Whether creative games for computer and console or rather analog board and card games: In the myStudium Game Design you will deal intensively with innovative methods of game development. You will gain the know-how to practically design interactive media and games in software development, game art, media technology and game design craft. In this way, you will theoretically and practically succeed in your professional entry into the segment of game development, gamification and serious games. Knowledge in the areas of marketing, data analytics and IT project management round out your profile as a game designer.
Subject to approval by the Thuringian Ministry of Economy, Science and Digital Society. We expect the approval by the Ministry at the latest at the start of the study. So far, we have always received it on time.
Your benefits
TOP-LEVEL QUALITY
STUDY THE WAY YOU WANT
LECTURERS FROM THE PROFESSIONAL WORLD
YOUR MYSTUDIUM IN SHORT
Degree, Duration & Admission
Degree: B.A., 180 ECTS credits Study
Duration: 6 Semesters
Admission: A-levels (Technical Diploma), Subject-specific higher education entrance qualification or possible without A-levels. Please find further information under Admission.
Study Model & Examinations
Self-study with learning materials and learning AI. Subsequent consolidation through regular accompanying events on campus or virtually. Exams can be taken on your campus or flexibly online.
Courses
2-3 days per week in the attendance phase. Practical work with your fellow students under the guidance of experienced lecturers. Days and times vary depending on location/semester.
STUDY LOCATIONS
Available on the following campuses from
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Tuition Fees
419€ per month (plus 699€ graduation fee at the end of the program). All your learning and teaching material is already included in the fees.
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This is what awaits you in your study programme Game Design
Video games – once part of the subculture – are now considered the modern "spearhead" of digitalisation. The gaming market is booming and you can help to shape the new gaming trends! During your studies, you will deal with exciting fields of application – from artificial intelligence to world design. In the process, you will acquire key expertise in the creative principles of game development. This includes psychological basics, storytelling as well as methods of idea generation and know-how about the course of creative processes. In addition, you will be trained in the conception of game content and rule systems. Later you can choose between three elective modules with which you can further specialise.
The bachelor's programme in Game Design has a modular structure. This means that you study the different subject areas in so-called "modules", whereby you earn ECTS points (European Credit Transfer System) for the completion of each module. These ECTS are recognised internationally.
Take a look at the module handbook and our study plan now!

Neu: AI-Electives!
Mit unseren optionalen AI-Elective Modulen lernst Du im Studium alles, was Du über Artificial Intelligence wissen musst und machst Dich auf dem Arbeitsmarkt unentbehrlich!
Erfahre alles über die Grundlagen von KI-Systemen bis hin zu Prompting Techniken*
Wir besprechen gemeinsam echte Anwendungsfälle, die Dir im Berufsalltag begegnen können
Belege die Module unabhängig von Deinem Studiengang und sammele dennoch wertvolle ECTS-Punkte
Werde zum Spezialisten der Zukunft! Als eine der ersten Hochschulen bieten wir Dir beste Voraussetzungen auf dem Arbeitsmarkt
*Weitere Informationen zu Kursinhalten findest Du im Modulhandbuch.
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Your career prospects in Game Design
The games industry is growing strongly and the media landscape is increasingly demanding interactive content. Accordingly, your chances are good with indie developers, marketing, advertising, large media companies, educational institutions, game developers or publishers. With your Game Design degree, you will, for example:

Deine Kosten und Leistungen
US$475
monthly
Included services:
Classes in virtual classroom or on-campus
Use of our online campus
Test access to the myCampus learning platform directly after signing the contract
Correction of your final module exams
Teaching and learning material
Online exams
Instruction, supervision and evaluation of your bachelor thesis
Shipping costs for the study scripts (Germany, Austria and Switzerland)
Do you have open questions?
Our free student counselling service has all the answers for you! We take the time to advise you individually and without obligation.
Admission requirements
We make it possible: At IU International University you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor Game Design
We have compiled the most important questions and answers for you here. If you still have questions, our student advisory service will be happy to help you.
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