Overview
The Communication and Multimedia Design degree from NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences prepares you to become a skilled designer. You'll work on real-world projects set by industry partners, giving you hands-on experience and the chance to build your own portfolio while you study. As you sharpen your design skills, you'll also learn how to develop the learning strategies to make design concepts and tools your own. Guided by a personal coach, you'll explore how your unique strengths can help you grow. Your attitude, curiosity, and creativity are central to your journey, and you'll collaborate closely with coaches and fellow students on this journey. Every designer has a unique voice—and at CMD, we’re here to help you find yours. Together, we’ll explore how your creativity can make a real impact on the world.
Career opportunities
- App developer blending user insights, technical expertise, empathy, and design skills
- UX designer creating optimal user experiences
- Game designer creating concepts with an eye for the latest trends
- Motion designer crafting audiovisual productions
- Visual storyteller creating dream worlds and storylines for complex matters
- 3D artist for films, games, or advertising
- Animator bringing drawings to life
- Sound designer or music composer for games or films
Accreditation
This bachelor programme is accredited by the NVAO in the Netherlands (The Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).
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Courses include:
- Storytelling
- Photography
- Sound design
- Game design
- Graphic design
- Motion design
- Film & video
- Illustration
- Web/app design
- 3D Modelling
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Leeuwarden, Netherlands
Disciplines
Communication Studies Game Design View 7 other Bachelors in Game Design in NetherlandsExplore more key information
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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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General requirements
Academic
To be admitted to a 4-year bachelor programme, you will need to meet the admission requirements as outlined in Dutch Higher Education law. You need a diploma that is at least equivalent to an NLQF 4/EQF 4 level (Dutch/European Qualifications Framework) and comparable to the required Dutch diploma.
Language
All non-EU/EEA applicants are required to submit an English proficiency test with their application to show that their English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in their studies.
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences accepts the following official language tests:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with an advised minimum of 5.0 for each skill)
- TOEFL iBT (with a minimum score of 80)
- Cambridge ESOL score First FCE-B (scale 173-175) or First FCE-Grade C (scale 169-172)
- TOEIC 865 (Listening and Reading) and 335 (Speaking and Writing)
- LanguageCert academic (minimum score of 65)
- Pearson PTE Academic (minimum score of 61)
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents10335 EUR / year≈ 10335 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2694 EUR / year≈ 2694 EUR / year
Living costs
Leeuwarden
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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