Game and Interactive Media Design Major

Description: A program that focuses on the design, development, and programming of interactive media entertainment, including computer and video games, virtual environments, Internet applications, and other interactive media. Includes instruction in theory of games, turn-based games, real-time games, visual and interactive design, story development, animation, simulation, and programming. Is Game and Interactive Media Design the right major for you?
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Game and Interactive Media Design Major

What Courses Do Game and Interactive Media Design Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Game and Interactive Media Design majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Art
  • Calculus
  • Computer Animation
  • Computing
  • Design Foundations
  • Digital Illustration
  • Drawing
  • Photography
  • Web Page Design

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