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Become a Dragon Slayer in Game Design

Build the Games You Want to Play

Our Game Design & Development department stands as a creative powerhouse, having clinched a spot among The Princeton Review’s Top 25 Schools for Game Design.

We’ll equip you with essential theoretical, technical, and business knowledge to conquer the gaming industry. Employers seek talent that masterfully blends creativity and technical wizardry, precisely where our unique specialization shines. We’re all about merging the best of both worlds, fostering a new generation of innovative game developers.

At USV, personalized attention and hands-on mentoring take center stage. Consider us not just educators but your companions in the gaming trenches—guiding every step of your journey. With a mentor-focused approach, our curriculum adapts to unleash your distinct abilities.

Game Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Game Art

Get ready to unleash your artsy side in our Bachelor of Arts in Game Art program! We'll equip you with the fundamental skills needed to conquer the game development industry. Dive into art theory, design skills, and game design principles in a hands-on and highly technical adventure! It’s game on for game art.

Bachelor of Arts in Game Design

XP for your degree. Welcome to the ultimate game design playground! In our Bachelor of Arts in Game Design program, we'll immerse you in a hands-on, collaborative adventure. Get ready to dive into theoretical design concepts and master practical skills like storytelling, programming, level design, and quality assurance.

Bachelor of Science in Game Engineering

Gear up for a wild ride in our Bachelor of Science in Game Engineering program at the University of Silicon Valley! We'll teach you the secret sauce of development and design processes, equipping you for awesome jobs in various computing fields. We'll help you to learn how to code video games, armed with the tools and concepts employers crave! We’re game. Are you?

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USV alumni have gone on to work at some of the most prestigious studios in the video game industry.

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Game Art

2D Animator
2D Artist
3D Animator
3D Modeler
Character Artist
Concept Artist
Environment Artist
Game Designer
Level Designer
Narrative Designer
Game Writer
Content Editor
Producer
Quality Assurance (QA) Tester
Technical Artist
Texture Artist

Game Design

Game Designer
Level Designer
Narrative Designer
Game Writer
Content Editor
Producer
Quality Assurance (QA) Tester

Game Engineering

Computer Programmers
Software Developers, Applications
Software Developers, Systems Software

Ready to git gud at game design?

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Our Game Design & Development programs are available on-campus or 100% online. Whether taking classes at the USV campus or learning from the comfort of your own home, you will experience multiplayer support of our award-winning curriculum.

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"USV's level of staff is one of the highest in the Bay Area. My game design classes were taught by some of the best in the industry, and it felt like our instructors knew exactly how to guide us for our careers."

"Hands-on projects and access to faculty with deep industry experience provide our students with an array of valuable skills, whether they are interested in becoming a game designer, artist, writer, or programmer."

"The magic of game development lies in crafting experiences that push the boundaries of creativity and innovation—building worlds, solving complex problems, and creating opportunities for others to imagine, learn, and play."

Real World Learning.
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In Game Studio, students work in teams for external clients, adding actual games that ship to their portfolio. Project-based learning leads to real-world results.

Department of Game Design & Development

Build the Games You Want to Play

Game Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Game Art

Bachelor of Arts in Game Design

Bachelor of Science in Game Engineering

Join Our Alumni Ranks

Student Work

Potential Gaming Career Options

Game Art

Game Design

Game Engineering

Learn On-Campus or Online

Learn more about getting a career in Game Design & Development

Learn from the Best

Real World Learning. For Reels.

Department of
Game Design & Development

Learn On-Campus
or Online

Real World Learning.
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