Game Design and Interactivity Essentials Graduate Certificate

Required courses for the Game Design and Interactivity Essentials Graduate Certificate. Fully online version coming soon. 

The 12-credit Game Design and Interactivity Essentials Graduate Certificate provides foundational skills for those looking to enter the expanding digital arts and design industries. Through hands-on coursework, students will explore game history, visual storytelling, interactive media, and digital audio, preparing them for careers in animation, game design, digital communication, and multimedia production. This stand-alone certificate is designed to stack with additional coursework toward the MS in Digital Design.

Required Courses (12 Credits)

  • DD 631 - History of Games
    Explore the evolution of games, from traditional formats to digital platforms, analyzing their mechanics, virtual environments, and cultural impact.
  • DD 622 - Visual Storytelling and Storyboarding
    Learn techniques for crafting compelling narratives and designing immersive digital environments.
  • DD 634 - Physical Computing for Designers
    Develop interactive and data-driven visual communication through digital and physical media.
  • DD 624 - Digital Audio
    Gain a foundational understanding of sound design and scoring for multimedia applications.