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1 YEAR INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA - Game Design
Behind the flashy visuals and slick programming of today's games lies the design work of the "visionaries". It is the core design elements of strategy and interaction, which hold the interest of the player and lead to the long-lasting success of a game title. Effective design is a culmination of many factors, yet those who excel in this field are well versed in all aspects of the game production process.
The areas of study include: games concept design, games strategy, the psychology of game play, script writing, character development, 3D design and animation and game level design as well as highly necessary critical and analytical skills associated with skills in communications design, project management, business and copyright law; this ensure our students excel in the competitive, commercial environment.
What the course covers
- Principles of Game Design-foundations in the principles and elements of design
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Introduction to Interactive Entertainment
- historical and critical perspectives to the evolution of gaming
- technology behind computer games
- research and analytical skills required
- cultural and business aspects of the industry
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Narrative, Scripting, Storyboarding and Character Development
- principles and strategies to develop characters
- concepts of scripts and storyboards
- Game Level Design - theories, concepts and methodologies of designing effective levels in a game.
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Psychology of Play
- satisfying the needs of the player
- empowering the player
- balancing reward and punishment
- compelling the player to continue
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Serious Games
- Business
- Marketing
- Research and development
- looking at traditionally non-game markets
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Animation, Modeling, Texturing
- 3D modeling tools and skills
- construction and manipulation of 3D models
- Advanced Game Design - advanced tools for movement and interaction such as weapons, vehicles; techniques n production
- Audio for Multimedia Projects - the correct implementation of audio is a crucial part of games and its success; students develop a ‘vocabulary’ that effectively allows them to communicate with the player.
- Interactive Entertainment Project - culmination of their study to produce a major project to show off the skills learned.
- New Media Internship - examination and analysis of business methodologies, communication models, production work flows and design strategies.
Course Details
Qualification
A Vocational Diploma from Al Balqa Applied University which is accredited by the Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education and a Diploma from SAE International which has more than 50 campuses around the world.
Diploma Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Tawjihi is not required. All classes are in English and students need good written and spoken English.