EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
ECHO School Of Technology, Digital Arts and Video Games
Short description: ECHO School Of Technology, Digital Arts and Video Games is an innovative higher education institution, in partnership with Abertay University, preparing future professionals in game development and creative technologies through unique, practice-oriented bachelor’s programs.
Game Design and Development – BA(Hons)
- Description: This program teaches students to create engaging interactive experiences by combining technical skills with creativity and storytelling.
- Length: 3 years
- Application Period: Ongoing until September 1, 2025
- Program Link: Game Design and Development
Game Engineering- BSc (Hons)
- Description: Focuses on the technical aspects of game creation, including programming, gameplay mechanics, graphics, networking, and audio.
- Length: 3 years
- Application Period: Ongoing until September 1, 2025
- Program Link: Game Engineering
Computer Arts and Animation – BA(Hons)
- Description: Equips students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to produce creative content for games, digital illustration, concept art, animation, and visual effects.
- Length: 3 years
- Application Period: Ongoing until September 1, 2025
- Program Link: Computer Arts and Animation
All programs are taught in English and culminate in an internationally recognized bachelor’s degree. Courses commence in September 2025.
GameDev Academy
Short description: GameDev Academy is a hub for aspiring and experienced game developers, offering courses in 3D modeling, Unity, Unreal Engine, game design, and more. With hands-on training and expert guidance, it equips you with the skills to create amazing games, whether you’re just starting or leveling up your career.
Game Design Course
- Description: Familiarize yourself with methods, concepts, techniques and references on how to design a video game. We emphasize prototyping and conceptual iterations using a player-centric approach.
- Length: 5 months
- Application month: ongoing until 15 February 2025
- Program link: Game Design
Unity Course
- Description: Learn Unity step by step, using everything from basics to advanced concepts. It is ideal for those who do not have any experience in developing video games or using a video game editor.
- Length: 4 months
- Application month: ongoing until 15 February 2025
- Program link: Unity Engine
Unreal Course
- Description: Learn specific concepts and techniques, and how the included interface and tools work. You will create video games using blueprints under the careful guidance of the trainer.
- Length: 4 months
- Application month: ongoing until 15 February 2025
- Program link: Unreal Engine
3D Modeling Course
- Description: Get familiar with modeling, texturing, shaders and rendering instruments in video games.
- Length: 4 months
- Application month: ongoing until 15 February 2025
- Program link: 3D Modeling
GameDev Masterclass
- Description: The first portfolio development program in Romania designed to develop your skills as a game developer, surrounded by other participants, but also experienced trainers who share your passion.
- Length: 1 year
- Application month: ongoing until September 2025
- Program link: GameDev Masterclass
UNATC I.L. Caragiale - MA Art of Game Design
Art of Game Design master program, housed within a renowned state-funded university of performative arts, UNATC I.L. Caragiale, merges design, arts, film and theatre, offering a unique perspective on game creation.
Recognized as a top educational initiatives at the Romanian Game Awards 2023, our alumni have excelled in exhibitions, conferences, festivals and game jams, earning numerous awards.
Our curriculum blends academic rigor with industry relevance, ensuring over 50% of our graduates secure positions at leading game studios and the rest pioneer their paths in the indie sector.
- Registration period: July – September
- Admission exam: September
- Number of schooling: 5 places (3 budgeted, 2 with tuition fee)
- Duration of studies: 2 years
- ** The language of teaching in this programme is English.**
For more details about the admission, master’s curriculum, students projects and events, please access the links below.
https://admitere.unatc.ro/arta-designului-de-jocuri/
https://unatc.ro/devunatc/departament/arta-designului-de-jocuri/
https://www.instagram.com/artofgamedesign_unatc/
Faculty of Arts and Design Timișoara (West University of Timișoara)
INSTITUTION NAME: Faculty of Arts and Design Timișoara (West University of Timișoara)
STUDY PROGRAM NAME: Master Game Art
SHORT DESCRIPTION: The GAME ART master’s degree program is designed to promote advanced skills and knowledge in digital art, with a particular focus on the development of visual content for video games and related media productions. The program aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and the practical requirements of industry by emphasizing performance creation and applied research.
The GAME ART master’s program prioritizes hands-on creation and exploration in digital art, encouraging students to develop innovative projects that combine artistic expression with cutting-edge technology and actively promotes participation in industry events such as Dev.Play, Game Jams (intensive collaborative game-making events) and other activities that connect students to the broader video game community.
Students benefit from lectures by guest professionals and workshops that provide insight into industry trends and practices, and through professional practice at an award-winning game digital art studio they gain valuable workplace experience.
As part of the “UNITA” European University alliance, the GAME ART master’s program benefits from a collaborative, multicultural environment. Students and faculty engage in cross-border projects, sharing ideas and practices that enrich their academic and professional development.
ADMISSION:
summer admission – July 2025
autumn admission – September 2025
https://admitere.uvt.ro/program/game-art/#informatii-admitere
https://arte.uvt.ro/educatie/programe-de-masterat/game-art-english/
DURATION OF THE STUDY PROGRAM: 2 years
Faculty of Automation and Computers, Politehnica University of Timișoara
Master’s Program in Game Development – Faculty of Automation and Computers, Politehnica University of Timișoara:
The Master’s Program in Game Development is a professional program designed for both beginner students and those with advanced knowledge in game development. Game design is also studied in this program. Additionally, students learn the main game engines most commonly used in the industry: Unity and Unreal. They apply the concepts learned in game design and game engines courses through project courses that culminate in creating a 2D and 3D game.
Beyond the technical skills students gain in these courses, they also learn how to create a business plan and how to promote their product to successfully launch it on the market.
In addition to the technical aspects, students in this master’s program also learn basics of 2D art, 3D modelling, creating animations, and audio editing.
Because practice plays a key role in this program, and all courses include a practical component. Furthermore, during the professional internship, students have the opportunity to intern at game development companies and participate in various game jams to gain hands-on experience in game development. More details about the curriculum of this master’s program can be found here (https://ac.upt.ro/specializari/game-development/ ).
The laboratory for this program is equipped with various devices where students can test their games or study specific game mechanics, including: PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Oculus Quest 2 and 3, and Microsoft HoloLens.
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