Berlin School of Business and Innovation (BSBI)

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BA (Hons) Game Design

Study detals

Course type: Undergraduate Degree: BA (Hons) Game Design Study mode: Full time Duration : 36-48 Month

Requirements

BA (Hons)

Minimum Age: 18 (titles awarded upon completion of at least 12 years of schooling)

For direct Year 1 BA entry you’ll be required to submit an online portfolio via our BSBI Applicant Portal.

Academic qualifications: A school leaving certificate with a pass to pursue higher education in Germany e.g. Abitur, Fachhochschulreife or Matura. Alternatively, an international baccalaureate, international school leaving certificates, BTEC/national diploma or advanced vocational certificate of education will be accepted.

If you do not meet the above academic requirements, applicants with professional qualifications and/or four years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS - OS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any component) or Equivalent.

Your Portfolio Submission

For year 1 entry you’ll be required to submit an online portfolio via our BSBI Applicant Portal.

What is a portfolio?

*Your portfolio is a collection of your best work. We want to see what inspires you, how you develop your work, your creative thinking processes, how and what you create and what makes you a unique creative individual.

What should my portfolio contain?

*Your portfolio might contain sketches and paintings, digital art and design. It might also contain sound work, short films.
*Upload up to 12 pieces of work which can include audio or video files.

How do I submit my portfolio?

*We’ll only be accepting portfolios digitally. You can do this once you’ve applied via our online submission system within the Applicant Portal.
*You can also link to external websites such as Vimeo and YouTube.

Technical Entry Requirements

MacOS / Apple

Minimum
15“ 2019 MacBook Pro 2,0 GHz Quad-Core Intel i5
512GB SSD 8GB RAM Radeon Pro 555X

Optimum – before April 2022*
16“ 2021 MacBook Pro 2,3 GHz 8-Core Intel i9 1TB SSD
16GB RAM AMD Radeon Pro 5500M

OR

Windows

Minimum
15“ Laptop 2,4 GHz 4-Core Intel i5-9300H 512GB SSD
16GB RAM Intel UHD

Optimum
15“ Laptop 2,4GHz 8-Core Intel i9-10750H 1TB SSD
16GB RAM Nvidia GeForce 1650 Ti

Speciality

Additional information

Balancing creative innovation with technical prowess, the curriculum fosters a deep understanding of the global games industry. The goal is to produce designers capable of crafting meaningful and enjoyable interactive experiences.

Throughout the programme, an emphasis on creativity and design is complemented by theoretical underpinnings, practice-based research, and the application of design heuristics to address challenges and make informed decisions for building a comprehensive games portfolio.

Year 1: Exploration and experimentation.

Year 2: Refining personal and career goals.

Year 3: Developing a major portfolio to a professional level.
In partnership with the highest-ranking creative education institutions, we aim to attract the most creative minds to generate expert professionals who will be equipped with the creative and practical solutions required in the professional graphic design landscape. You will earn a bachelor’s degree with 120 UK credits per year (equivalent to 60 ECTS per year). This helps student mobility in the EU when it comes to transferring credits from one higher education institution to another.
The BA (Hons) Game Design programme at BSBI Hamburg Campus is tailored for individuals who aspire to excel in the dynamic field of visual communication and design. This programme is ideal for:

Creative enthusiasts: If you have a passion for creativity and a keen interest in visual arts, this programme provides the perfect platform to channel your artistic energy into a professional skill set.

Aspiring graphic designers: Whether you’re a beginner with a budding interest in graphic design or someone looking to enhance existing skills, our programme accommodates learners at various proficiency levels.

Digital design enthusiasts: If you’re fascinated by the digital world and want to create impactful visuals for websites, mobile apps, and digital platforms, our curriculum is designed to equip you with the latest digital design tools and techniques.

Location: Hamburg

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