The MDGD aims to provide advanced technical and scientific training in an area of fusion between Communication Sciences and Technologies and Computer Science, promoting interdisciplinarity in an area where creativity and technique come together.

Provide the business fabric with qualified senior staff in the area of digital game development

Foster advanced training focused on innovation, development, and research in Digital Games

Foster interdisciplinarity, creative development and the mastery of Digital Games technologies

Encourage young graduates to carry out research and development in the area of Digital Games.

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Admissions Option 2

Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.

Scholarships and Funding Option 2

Methodologies to Support Dissertation / Project / Internship

Curriculum

Thus, future professionals should acquire skills such as:

Ability to analyse requirements and research of users (gamers);

Comprehension of the mechanics and dynamics inherent to Digital Games;

Design and develop (Program) digital games in academic research contexts and for the national/international market;

Know the main technologies and technological paradigms underlying the multimedia applications of Digital Games;

Understand and apply computer science concepts and theories to the Digital Games context;

Ability to develop processes for evaluating the gaming experience;

Ability to investigate problems and theoretical concepts in the area of Digital Games.

Program Outcome

International tuition fees 2022/2023: 5500€ /year

Program Tuition Fees Option 2

Virtual and Augmented Reality specialists

3D modeling & animation experts for games

Career Opportunities

Master

Technology Studies

Computer Science

Design Studies

Media Design

Game Design

Digital Design

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Master in Digital Game Development

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