Do you have your sights set on developing the latest games and setting PCs and consoles pulsating? Do you have the programming skills to bring tomorrow’s virtual worlds to life? If so, then it’s time to progress to the next level! This bachelor’s degree programme is the perfect gateway to carving out a successful career as a software specialist. The gaming industry has advanced into pole position in the world’s infotainment grid line-up – ahead of even films and music. Besides games designed purely for fun, serious games used for educational purposes also contribute to this success. Immersive training software fosters “learning by playing”, for example enabling surgeons to practise complicated operations this way or in the form of photo-realistic flight simulations.
In addition, the technologies originally developed for computer games are now used in many other sectors, such as autonomous driving. They even increasingly crop up in advertising. Studying Computer Science – Game Engineering therefore poises you perfectly for entering any of these professional spheres. From the start, we support you with tutorials, small learning groups, special programmes for students and intensive mentoring for internships and bachelor theses. We offer a preliminary maths course especially for students in the first semester of technical bachelor’s degree programmes. Preliminary maths course . In addition, you can expect practically relevant teamwork and learning, a friendly atmosphere and professors who know you by name.
At a glance
Award
Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.)
Study mode
full-time
Standard duration
7 Semester
ECTS credits
210
Starts
winter semester
Restricted admission
no
Taught in
German
Faculty
Computer Science
Study abroad
optional
Accreditation
ASIIN
Details about this course
On the foundation course (during semesters 1 and 2), you will be taught the technical basis and, above all, core principles of computer science. In addition, you will learn how to perform mathematical operations to achieve specific objectives. The foundation course is rounded off with intensive training in programming and specific modules on topics such as game design, modelling and animation.
The advanced course (semesters 3 to 7) prepares you for the key professional requirements in this field, with a choice of modules on aspects such as game programming, computer graphics and controlling virtual characters.
The practical semester (semester 5) gives you the chance to apply the theoretical knowledge you have acquired so far in a vocational role, primarily in the games industry or another segment that uses gaming technologies.
Your choice of project work and specialist compulsory elective modules in gaming enable you to concoct your particular specialist profile.
Upon successfully completing the programme, the university of applied sciences will award you the academic degree of Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) .
Professional environment
The demand for game programming software specialists lies primarily in the computer games industry. In contrast to game designers, developers are able to realise the technical aspects of games. However, the professional settings you might work in no way limited to the computer games industry. You can also enter entirely different market segments such as flight simulation or the automotive sector (autonomous driving, marketing, drive simulation, games-based user guidance). As the Computer Science – Game Engineering degree programme incorporates full basic training in computer science, you will naturally also find demand for your skills in conventional fields in this discipline.
Career prospects
The German Games Industry Association cites an annual revenue of approx. 3.4 billion euros, with annual growth continuing to hover at well over ten percent. The “Game Development Salary Report” ranks game developers amongst the highest-earning computer scientists. As your studies will incorporate aspects of game design and business administration, you have the potential to play a managerial role and oversee the development of computer games from the initial idea right through to marketing the product.
Fields of activity:
- Computer games industry
- Software manufacturers
- Manufacturing, e.g. mechanical engineering and vehicle construction
- Trade and retail
- Banking
- Insurance
- Public administration
- Information and telecommunications industry
- System administration
- Software development
Application process:
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About you:
Do you have a good feel for three-dimensionality and a creative streak? Are you good at thinking logically and abstractedly and take a clear and well-structured approach to working on tasks? You also have a genuine passion for video games and enjoy testing them yourself? If so, you’re on the right track to study programme Computer Science – Game Engineering!
We ascribe to the values of openness, tolerance and acceptance. Our aim is to teach everyone involved at Kempten University of Applied Sciences about education in an international context. As part of this, we support university-wide, inter-faculty measures to promote international projects and cross-cultural interaction.
Are you interested in learning more about our international aspirations and the options for you to study abroad? Take a look at the information posted in our portal.
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Programme with extended practice
Would you like to combine study and practice? With pleasure! The Kempten University of Applied Sciences offers you the following opportunity to study with more practice:
- Studies with in-depth practice – practical and flexible!
In the study programme with in-depth practice, a regular Bachelor's programme at the university is combined with intensive practical phases at a practice partner, based on the study content. Students can enter this study option up to the 4th semester. - Combined studies – a practical combination of study and work!
With a combined study programme, you can acquire a fully recognised vocational qualification within your Bachelor's degree. This double qualification is particularly attractive for many companies!
You can find more information about the offers here.
Details about the degree programme
Contacts
Do you have any questions about how the degree programme is organised or its academic content? Our academic advisor and the University Student Advisory Service would be happy to help!
Academic advisor
Professor Klaus Ulhaas
Email: klaus.ulhaas(at)hs-kempten.de
