Computer Game Design, BS
Program Quick Facts
Credits
120
Start Terms
Fall
|Spring
Available
On Campus
Tuition
$8,956.50
estimated cost per semester
The video game industry is a rapidly expanding, multibillion-dollar market fueled by technologies like AI and AR/VR. Split between the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences and the College of Arts and Sciences, DSU’s Computer Game Design program equips you with the technical and creative skills needed to thrive in this evolving field.
Through a project-based curriculum that blends programming, digital art, storytelling, and UX, you’ll learn to design and build immersive, interactive experiences. From your first concept to a fully developed game, you'll graduate with a portfolio that showcases your ability to collaborate, problem-solve, and bring ideas to life.
Curriculum & experience highlights
Throughout your studies, you’ll engage in project-based learning that reflects real industry workflows, starting with fundamentals and advancing through four major labs from concept to final product. By graduation, you’ll have multiple completed projects showcasing your technical skills.
Industry tools and technologies
Students work with industry-standard tools like Unity, C# languages, 2D and 3D modeling software, and version control systems, all within a curriculum that evolves alongside trends such as AR/VR, mobile, and live-service gaming. AI is beginning to automate some tasks, while AR and VR are driving demand for designers who can create immersive, intuitive experiences.
Why choose DSU for game design?
Experienced faculty
Our faculty are experienced creatives and technologists with backgrounds in game studios and interactive design, bringing real-world insight into the classroom. They mentor students through technical challenges, creative decisions, user testing, and iteration—helping you develop both your skills and your unique design voice.
Affordable, high-quality education
DSU offers a cost-effective path into the gaming industry, combining high-quality instruction with access to modern technology without the heavy costs of many top design schools. You'll collaborate with peers from diverse creative and technical backgrounds, including computer science, animation, audio, and storytelling, mirroring the cross-disciplinary teamwork found in real game studios.
Faculty
The interdisciplinary nature of the program prepares students for careers in interactive media, virtual reality, and educational simulation. The global game industry continues to grow, with new opportunities emerging in AR/VR, mobile, and AI-assisted game creation. However, competition is strong in employment making a strong portfolio and technical skills vital. With global revenues projected to exceed $200 billion in the coming years, skilled designers with specialization and adaptability will continue to find opportunities across platforms and industries.
