Online Associates Degree In Video Game Design

Program Overview

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The associate degree program in Video Game Design prepares you for an entry-level position in the exciting fields of electronic entertainment and simulation. Master 2D and 3D animation concepts, use industry-standard software tools, design games, and engage in the development process as you build a portfolio of video game assets to demonstrate your proficiency in the field.

Full Description

The associate degree program in Video Game Design (VDEA) will prepare students for entry-level careers in design, animation, and visualization as well as for entry-level positions in a variety of digital media production environments.

Through a combination of theoretical lessons, hands-on workplace-relevant laboratory experiences, and small class sizes led by experienced instructors, the program emphasizes the application of lessons and knowledge to the design and development process of creating games and simulations.

As students prepare for the exciting fields of game mechanics and design, they will learn how to design games, will be introduced to the game development process, will hone people skills and communications skills through team-based projects and presentations, will master 2D and 3D animation concepts, and will learn the use of industry-standard software packages. An important component of the curriculum is building a portfolio that will include game assets developed by students. Graduates from this program will be eligible for entry-level positions such as junior game designer, technical artist, and level designer. This program also prepares students to further their education in NEIT's bachelor's degree program.

Potential Career Opportunities

An associate degree in video game design gives you the technical and conceptual skills to pursue a variety of hyper-specialized positions. The job market for game designers was predicted to grow by 9.3% between 2016 and 2026, but the prospects for someone with this degree goes far beyond one role. With a proficiency in relevant software, basic programming, 2D and 3D animation, design principles, visual communication, and more, you'll find many opportunities in the video game and other tech and design-related fields.

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Courses Offered

Ranked by Princeton Review as one of the nation's top-ranked game design schools since 2014, getting your associate degree from NEIT will give you the tools necessary to start your career in game design. With a game design degree, students will learn the ins and outs of game design through our programs and courses.

You'll be well on your way as a computer programmer after earning your associate degree. Video games require in-depth knowledge relating to computer programs and computer software. After eighteen months, design students will have completed an introduction to programming and development, intermediate programming, XHTML/Javascript, portfolio development, and more.

Earning your associate degree in video game design will give you a comprehensive understanding of all things related to design. Students who earn a degree in game design from our associate program will learn about digital graphics for gaming, visual communications, UX/UI design principles, 3D modeling, and more.

For the latest listing of courses offered, please review our University Catalog here.