This programme prepares you for a future in the international games industry. Gain broad knowledge of game technology while developing skills in a diverse array of specialisations. Work both independently and in teams within our simulated game studio.

You will choose a study track before the start of your studies, allowing you to focus, right from year one, on your own interests and development goals. In the second year, you will have the opportunity to choose from more specialised specialist roles, such as character artist, graphics programmer or level designer.

Recognised as one of the best game programmes in the world, the BUas Games programme is intense and demanding. Expect long days on campus or at your work placement. We are looking for students who are serious about game development. A passion for playing games is great, but not enough.

You will need a portolio before you begin, and you will continue developing it throughout the programme, guided by international industry professionals, preparing you for a real career in games.

A typical week

A typical week looks as follows. Please note that this is just an example. 

Monday

• 09.00 Start of the game lab day, working on your project
• 13.00-14.30 Project-related lecture
• 17.00 End of the game lab day

Tuesday

• 09.00 – 17.00 Working on your project (online) 

Wednesday

• 09.00 Start of the game lab day, working on your project
• 15.00-15.30 One-to-one progress meeting with lecturer
• 17.00 End of the game lab day

Thursday

• 09.00 – 17.00 Working on your project (online) 

Friday

• 09.00-15.00 Voluntary participation in a guild 

Student well-being
BUas encourages and helps you to make the most of yourself, whatever your circumstances. Maybe you have a chronic illness, are a family carer, a competitive athlete, or juggle your studies with running your own business? Our study coaches, student counsellors and student psychologists are here to help. Do you need extra support or advice? Or extra facilities? Then take a look at the options here.

With a vwo diploma, you can obtain your professional bachelor’s degree in Creative Media and Game Technologies in three years.

•  You start in the study track for which you have been selected and are required to pass your propaedeutic phase in one year.
• After that, you proceed to the second year, which has the same course content as year 2 of the regular four-year programme.
• In the third year, you will graduate through a placement and/or a project. You can do this project individually or as part of a team. You will always be assessed individually.

If you want to know more about the three-year track for vwo graduates, just contact us at [email protected].

At BUas, you develop your entrepreneurial skills in all programmes. You can also join BUas Startup Support (BUSS), where you attend networking meetings and receive guidance from a startup coach. 

Would you like to graduate with your own company? You can do that at any academy, although a selection procedure may apply. Whether you are already generating revenue or just have an initial idea, BUas Startup Support will help you. 

Read more about starting your own business.