The objective of the Programme is to approach game design and simulation in a holistic manner with the combination of game theory and appropriate creative and technical skill sets inculcated through extensive classes, design projects and industry experiences. These targets will be achieved with a cutting-edge design lab, VR and Simulation studio. Industry-driven game design projects will be brought into the classroom for a glimpse into real-world practices. Simulation design projects will target improved safety standards across industries, notably in the healthcare, aviation and defence industries.

Why study B.Design (Hons.) Game Design & Simulation Programme at UID?

Through a student-centred, project-based curriculum, you will develop specialist skills while working as part of an interdisciplinary team comprising of peers across various UID programmes. You will be exposed to a unique amalgamation of creative and technical skills such as VR, XR and AI. During the two internships at gaming studios, you will gain the experience of working towards deadlines as part of a multi-disciplinary project team to produce games at professional standards. Along with all the creativity and technical skills, you get an opportunity to develop “cognitive and non-technical” skills such as dynamic decision-making; teamwork; communication; ethics; and professionalism.

How does it work?

The Game Design & Simulation Programme will give inputs in research and development, concept designing, visual designing, storytelling, players’ behaviour & psychology, etc. Learning also includes input from fine arts and cognitive sciences with an emphasis on developing students’ communication skills, teamwork and creative thinking. With these holistic inputs, students execute assignments using the latest software and hardware including Adobe Suite, Maya, Blender, Unreal, Unity, Tilt Brush, Resolume, Cintiq Systems, VR labs, Motion capture, and hands-on workshops, etc. Beyond the periodically updated curriculum, UID’s masterclasses by industry experts and visiting faculty keep them abreast of the latest developments.

Course Structure

The course will begin with design thinking, innovation and original storytelling which are essential mainstays of the domain of game design. The students will also get trained to become the creators of their virtual worlds. Borrowing from the best design and experiential learning practices, the course will cover a broad range of game cultures, tools, and techniques for independent 2D and 3D game design. It will span the entire production pipeline across production-driven CGI to new-age Simulation and XR content creation. As coding is at the core, students will get to explore programming from foundation to intermediate levels through game engines. In final year they will execute a project with evolving technologies like Metaverse, XR, Advanced VFX, and Interactive Prototype Games.

Areas of Mastery

The programme follows an interdisciplinary approach to education enabling students to establish their own start-ups or find employment in the industry and grow into leadership roles. Some specific areas are as follows:

– Game Narrative Design
– Game Design
– 3D Game Art
– Game Concept Art
– Strategist and Level Design
– Game Testing
– Simulation Design
– Pixel Game Design
– AI Interaction Experts

Career Prospects

The Indian gaming market is expected to triple over the next four years, according to recent NASSCOM reports. Around 50,000 people in India, work in game design and development. They are employed by game development studios, which are either independent companies or owned by game publishers. Over half of all men and one in four women play games regularly, and the market is likely to expand as new technologies are introduced which make gaming more realistic and exciting. Development studios are keen to employ game designers who understand markets and target audiences and have the imagination and creativity to excite existing players and reach new audiences.

The programme follows an interdisciplinary approach to education enabling students to establish their own start-ups or find employment in the industry and grow into leadership roles. Some specific areas are as follows:

– Game Narrative Design
– Game Design
– 3D Game Art
– Game Concept Art
– Strategist and Level Design
– Game Testing
– Simulation Design
– Pixel Game Design
– AI Interaction Experts

Career Prospects

The Indian gaming market is expected to triple over the next four years, according to recent NASSCOM reports. Around 50,000 people in India, work in game design and development. They are employed by game development studios, which are either independent companies or owned by game publishers. Over half of all men and one in four women play games regularly, and the market is likely to expand as new technologies are introduced which make gaming more realistic and exciting. Development studios are keen to employ game designers who understand markets and target audiences and have the imagination and creativity to excite existing players and reach new audiences.