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Our program examines the role of play in our culture and questions how games are used to entertain, educate, and create meaning. No longer just popular entertainment, games are their own art form. At MICA, we explore games from a unique perspective that can only be found at an art and design college. Our program examines the role of play in our culture and questions how games are used to entertain, educate, and create meaning. Designed for students who are passionate about games as creative, fun, and expressive forms, the Game Design BFA major focuses on how games work technically and artistically. You'll learn to use narrative, design, art, sound, and code to create a cohesive game experience with original worlds, systems, and characters. Want a preview? Try out some of our current students' games!
Programme overview
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our program examines the role of play in our culture and questions how games are used to entertain, educate, and create meaning. No longer just popular entertainment, games are their own art form. At MICA, we explore games from a unique perspective that can only be found at an art and design college. Our program examines the role of play in our culture and questions how games are used to entertain, educate, and create meaning. Designed for students who are passionate about games as creative, fun, and expressive forms, the Game Design BFA major focuses on how games work technically and artistically. You'll learn to use narrative, design, art, sound, and code to create a cohesive game experience with original worlds, systems, and characters. Want a preview? Try out some of our current students' games!
Admission Requirements
18+
6+
58+
75+
105+
470+
The portfolio should be a selection of recent artwork that represents your artistic interests and demonstrates your technical skills and ability. You should include examples of artwork that reflect the full range of your ideas, interests, experience, and abilities in the arts to date. Applicants must submit a portfolio of 10-15 pieces of artwork. After your application is submitted, you will receive instructions on how to upload your portfolio through your Applicant Portal.
4 Years
Aug
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
58,310 USD
International
58,310 USD
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BFA in Game Design
Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, United States
48 monthsProgramme duration
58,310 USDTuition Fee/year
AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Designed for students who are passionate about games as creative, fun, and expressive forms, the Game Design BFA major focuses on how games work technically and artistically. You'll learn to use narrative, design, art, sound, and code to create a cohesive game experience with original worlds, systems, and characters. Want a preview? Try out some of our current students' games!
Programme overview
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Designed for students who are passionate about games as creative, fun, and expressive forms, the Game Design BFA major focuses on how games work technically and artistically. You'll learn to use narrative, design, art, sound, and code to create a cohesive game experience with original worlds, systems, and characters. Want a preview? Try out some of our current students' games!
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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