Bachelor of Science (Honours) Game Development Program By Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

14,432 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Art and DesignMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This versatile programme provides two distinct paths to a specialisation in Game Development. Students who want to create digital games and unleash their creativity on PC, mobile, and game console platforms can choose between the Game Art and Design path and the Game Programming and Technology path.
The interdisciplinary structure of this programme trains the students in the technical expertise of digital media and game development, in addition to providing them with the fundamental understanding of art and design in the crafting of game designs, the refinement of mathematical proficiencies in programming language, including the development of skills in entrepreneurship and management. This ensures that graduates will be adequately adept as professional game developers with an all-round understanding of both game design, as well as software development. 
Thus, in addition to fundamental game art and design expertise, graduates of this course will also be well-versed in programming concepts, data structures, online networking, game graphics programming, virtual and augmented reality. This comprehensively equips them to thrive in the challenging yet rewarding game industry as game creators, programmers and technologist. 

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This versatile programme provides two distinct paths to a specialisation in Game Development. Students who want to create digital games and unleash their creativity on PC, mobile, and game console platforms can choose between the Game Art and Design path and the Game Programming and Technology path.
The interdisciplinary structure of this programme trains the students in the technical expertise of digital media and game development, in addition to providing them with the fundamental understanding of art and design in the crafting of game designs, the refinement of mathematical proficiencies in programming language, including the development of skills in entrepreneurship and management. This ensures that graduates will be adequately adept as professional game developers with an all-round understanding of both game design, as well as software development. 
Thus, in addition to fundamental game art and design expertise, graduates of this course will also be well-versed in programming concepts, data structures, online networking, game graphics programming, virtual and augmented reality. This comprehensively equips them to thrive in the challenging yet rewarding game industry as game creators, programmers and technologist. 

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

70+
42+
5+
Applicants may be required to attend an internal assessment on creative thinking
3 Years
Jan
Jun

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

10,574 USD
-

International Students

14,432 USD
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Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman offers over 78 undergraduate degree programs in subjects such as business, Chinese studies, arts, social sciences and education, creative industries and design, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, Chinese medicine and health sciences, as well as medicine.
Ambitious students can participate in the Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman Undergraduate Research Scheme (URS) where they will be trained to conduct scientific research and work with researchers on real-life projects. UTAR has introduced the UTAR Soft Skills Development Certificate which is designed to cultivate essential soft skills as required in the era of Industrial Revolution 4.0, including moral and professional ethics, as well as critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, teamwork and digital literacy skills.  

Tuition fees
The average tuition fees for an undergraduate degree range between $US14,000 and US$30,000 depending on the program you’re interested in studying.

Entry requirements and how to apply
If you are interested in applying to study for an undergraduate degree at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), you will need to have achieved the following, depending on which course you are wishing to apply for.

Foundation: O-Level with 5 credits in the relevant subjects or its equivalent qualification

Undergraduate degree: A-Level with 2-3 passes in the relevant subjects, or high school leaving examination equivalent with 5 passes

More information about entry requirements, including English language requirements , as well as how to apply  can be found on the university’s website.

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman offers 2 postgraduate diploma programs, 33 master’s degree programs, and 13 Doctorate programs , in subjects such as business administration, mathematics, information systems, engineering, environmental technology, project management, psychology, social science, creative arts, Chinese studies, computer science and health sciences.

Tuition fees

The average tuition fees for a postgraduate degree range between $US4,500 and US$9,750 , depending on the program you’re interested in studying.
Students can apply for project research assistantship subject to availability for research postgraduate degree programs.  

Entry requirements and how to apply

More information about entry requirements, including English language requirements , as well as how to apply if you’re an international student can be found on the university’s website.

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