Game Design
(Distance Learning)
Game Design Education
Game Design is about describing the world within which the game is played. This could be a futuristic first-person shooter or a strategy taking place in the Middle Ages. Game Design defines everything from the story to the game mechanics, i.e. how the player interacts with the world around them.
Depending on the size of the studio or project, game designers can work on major or particular tasks. A major task would be the world design – the game’s backstory, setting and overall end goal. A more specific task would be the battle design i.e. the ways characters fight and under what conditions they win or lose.
The overall aim of all programs at ARC Academy is to build the skills needed to become a successful member of a game studio. Our classes are taught by professionals with years of experience. The teaching process is interactive and mostly practice-oriented. That is why students can rely on being given regular and personalized feedback. The highlight of the program is the final semester when students from all programs (Game Design, Concept Art and 3D Art) come together to create a game prototype with a studio producer.
WHAT WOULD YOU GET?
Studying at ARC Academy provides you with a wide area of knowledge in game development but the main benefits for you upon graduation are:
A certificate recognized by the game industry
Working on a real game prototype with a studio producer
Personalized feedback to develop a high-quality skill set
Strong Portfolio, ready to be used for job applications
Who is the
Distance Learning Game Design Program for?
Our Game Design program is suitable for people who have a strong sense of telling a story and a desire to create exciting experiences for players. If you are interested in shaping worlds and defining game mechanics, i.e. how the game is played, this might be the right fit for you. This is a good opportunity for people who are not passionate about visual arts but are willing to pursue a career in the game industry.
What is the workload? On average students have to attend 3 classes per week. Classes are 2h long and are held in the evening or during the weekend.
WHAT WOULD YOU STUDY?
The Game Design program at ARC Academy is two years (4 semesters). Within the course, you will acquire knowledge, skills and techniques for working in the field of game design, learning to create the story, mechanics and levels in games.
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Meet the Lecturers
Our classes are taught by seasoned professionals who are willing to transfer industry know-how to the younger generation. The teaching process is interactive and mostly practice-oriented. That is why lecturers closely follow each student’s progress and provide personalized feedback.
STUDENTS GRADUATED IN GAME DESIGN
Thanks to their talent and hard work our students achieve professional success in the creative sphere.
WHAT IS THE ADMISSION PROCESS?
You can get detailed information about everything you need to know about becoming
part of ARC Academy on our Admission page.
Application form
The application includes personal information, your CV, portfolio and motivation for studying at the Academy. You should also attach your certificate of English Language Proficiency.
Interview
The interview is your chance to concisely present yourself as a quality candidate for ARC Academy.
Practical Task
Аs a final step you will be given a task with specific conditions, depending on the program you have chosen.
Application Deadline
Regular Admission
July 15, 2024
Additional Admission
September 15, 2024
Classes start
October 12, 2024
Fees
At ARC Academy, we work hard to provide quality and affordable education to anyone aiming for the game industry.
Below you will find the fees intended for each student applied to the two-year study programs.
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