Game Development - Digital Arts and Entertainment

University
Howest University of Applied Sciences
City, country
Kortrijk, Belgium
Duration
3 years
Specialties
Video Games & Multimedia, Design
Price
1181.00 EUR
Study language
English (ENG)
Degree
Bachelor
Study start
2026-09-14
Deadline
2026-04-01
About
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Game Development is a major within the Bachelor of Digital Arts and Entertainment programme.

With this major, you delve into the entire production process of AAA games, becoming an all-in game developer. You learn to work with C++ as the basic language for developing game graphics, gameplay, and supporting tools.

You also become familiar with existing game engines, such as Unreal Engine, which allows you to create stunning levels and incorporate augmented and virtual reality.

As a game developer, you are the backbone of a game's machinery. All aspects of game applications are controlled by code that ultimately leads to engaging player experiences. You are responsible for optimising the game engine, controlling AI, implementing gameplay, UI, or the real-time shadow play of 3D objects.

Quality assurance in every programme

Quality assurance is embedded in the daily operation of our entire programme. We continuously and systematically improve the quality of our courses. The involvement of students, field professionals and alumni is crucial in this process.

In 2024, the Digital Arts & Entertainment bachelor's programme was reviewed by an independent and external panel. The review was conducted by VLUHR QA. The quality of the programme was evaluated positively. 

Recent graduates of the Digital Arts & Entertainment bachelor's programme have stated that they were satisfied with the quality of the training they received. Graduate satisfaction is monitored every year with an exit survey completed upon graduation. Click here to see a review of satisfaction figures.

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Future job opportunities

  • 3D programmer
  • Level designer
  • Console programmer
  • Technical artist
  • Gameplay programmer
  • Tool developer
  • Shader developer
  • Asset implementer
  • ...