B.A. Animation and Game
The study program
Animation and Game is an international Bachelor‘s degree program with a strong practical focus. The interdisciplinary and project based course is taught in English and qualifies students for creative careers in the international media and entertainment industry. The program includes two specialization pathways:
The “Technology” specialization puts a focus on the technical development and production of animations and games. It gives a deep insight into the basic concepts and methods of modern graphics programming and the creation of art through technology. Students acquire knowledge in game engines, game design, technical art, software architecture and development, various programming languages, real-time graphics programming, key aspects of computer science, generative AI as well as procedural asset generation and creative software tools.
The “Art and Design” specialization is centered around the creative development and technology based realization of original and innovative animation and game experiences. It combines design theories, creative strategies and artistic practices in the field of animation and games with industry standard digital production methods. Students acquire competencies in key areas such as: animation, game design, digital and technical art, narrative design, cinematography and visual development.
Study benefits
- Immersive learning experience: Project based learning, small learning groups, individual support and innovative learning formats
- International profile: fully taught in English, vibrant international student community
- Experienced lectures: Experienced professors with industry background and guest lecturers from major studios like Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Disney will guide you along the way
- Excellent equipment: project room, workstations with industry standard software, a modern game lab with dev-kits, motion capturing and virtual reality equipment
- Work experience: An internship semester and projects with real clients help you to gain industry experience
- Study abroad: as an alternative to the internship semester the program includes a study abroad semester in one of our partner universities
- State university: Our degree program is accredited and therefore quality-tested. You pay no tuition fees with us.
- Outstanding place of learning: According to UNESCO, the h_da is an ‘outstanding place of learning for sustainable development’
| Semester | 7 Semester |
| Study location | Dieburg |
| Start of studies | Winter semester |
| Instruction language | English |
| Form of admission | Entrance exam |
Career Prospects
The „Technology“ specialization qualifies the students for technical careers in the international entertainment or other hightech industries:
- game or tool programmers
- game (system) designers
- technical artists
- technical producers
The „Art and Design” specialization qualifies for creative careers in the international animation and game industry:
- game designer
- animation artist
- digital artist
- technical artist
- visual effects artist
- narrative designer
- creative producer
In addition, a Master‘s degree course in Animation and Game is offered, which qualifies graduates for leadership positions in the creative industry or research careers.
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Further information
The Curriculum
A detailed description of the program content can be found in the module handbook.
