What do graduates do?
- Large games companies
- Studios working with publishers
- Independent studios
Before you apply
In the games industry employers want study in games, computing or a related field and above all a portfolio of completed projects. See also our Games Programming and Animation pages.
Examples of schools where you can study this subject
3 schools in 2 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.
USA
Webster UniversityGames and Game Design BA · St. LouisWinthrop UniversityBachelor of Arts in Game Design · Rock Hill
Germany
University of Europe for Applied SciencesBA Game Design · BerlinWhat to know, country by country
For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.
- 7 November 2026
SAT exam (next date 5 December 2026). Whether a school asks for a test varies by school
- November 2026
For direct entry you need to score above 180 in YKS and be placed in a program. If not, plan the Studienkolleg route.
Let’s build your school list for Game Design together
- We choose schools from 26 countries that fit your grades, budget and documents.
- We gather every school’s application timeline, required documents and exam scores in one list.
- We put tuition fees and living costs side by side.
- We prepare your application file and personal statement together.
Other fields of study in this category
Last checked: November 2026.
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