Overview

As this is a highly technical field, students will be exposed to the tools and philosophies of interactive development as well as mid-level programming and asset creation skill sets. The coursework emphasizes design skills such as strong initial concepts, design documentation, game balancing and play-testing, interactive storytelling and interface design with an eye toward developments in the virtual reality and augmented reality field.

Students in the Virtual Reality program at University Of Advancing Technology will also take a critical approach to the study of gameplay, player interaction, user experience and community dynamics, as well as the unique features of the numerous interactive platforms available in the marketplace. Applying all the elements of the software creation process, students will also develop the mentorship and leadership skills to complete projects from initial concept to publishing a final product.

Virtual Reality Degree Objectives

Prototype and complete original serious and simulation games for multiple platforms following the full game production pipeline.
Create and implement game elements, systems, and play mechanics using industry standard tools, techniques, and production methods, including both art and scripting/programming applications.
Design and produce projects that leverage game mechanics and learning styles to enhance the outcomes of applications such as training, medical, therapeutic, military or learning based environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Asset Creation

Game Design

Game Tools

Serious Games

Game Development

Game Design Workshop I

Human-Computer Interaction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-10 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00

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More details

Multiple start dates per year for the online option

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Game Design Media Studies & Mass Media View 300 other Bachelors in Game Design in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed at least four (4) semesters at an accredited high school

One or more forms of academic history (cumulative high school GPA, SAT/ACT score, GED/military equivalent score, or college transcripts with at least 12 credit hours earned)

Completed, thorough answers to essay questions addressing the essay topic (at least one paragraph)

High school graduate date/GED testing date

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Tuition Fee

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International

26400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13200 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

26400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13200 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

26400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13200 USD per semester during 48 months.

UAT-Online $7,400 per 9-credit semester

Living costs for Tempe

900 - 1350 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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