Diploma in Game Design

Course details

The Diploma in Game Design is a One-year Programme Designed to Provide Students with the Building Blocks from Which They Can Build Their Careers From

In the duration of the course, students will study the process and principles behind creating the various genres of videogames, before acquiring the skills of a game developer. Students who attend the Diploma in Game Design will be armed with the knowledge to design, create and publish interactive games. Students will receive mentorship guidance, and close attention will be paid to the development of the student’s portfolio in order to raise their employability upon graduation.

Curriculum

Our industry-standard curriculum is based on the recommendations of our illustrious Academic Board, made up of some of the most recognized faces in the local games industry. Our curriculum is designed to arm students with the basic knowledge needed to become a full-fledged developer. 

Students can expect:

• Pre-production Processes & Documentation
• Introduction to Programming & Various Application of Programming in Games
• Introduction & Application of Game Development Tools & Engines (e.g. Unity, XNA, CryEngine)

Student-to-Lecturer Ratio (9:1)

Our low student-to-lecturer ratio, 9 students to 1 lecturer, means that each student within the class is given adequate attention during the course of their education. Armed with industry experience, our mentors and lecturers are primed to pass on advice and guidance regarding industry standards and practices.

Industry Experience

Students will be given a MAGES Guided Project at the end of their course, where they will work under guidance alongside a development studio—earning precious industry experience during the course of their education.

Portfolio Development

At MAGES, there is a distinct focus on the development of the student’s portfolio, in order to increase their employability upon graduation.