These degree programs, offered by the School of Engineering and the School of Communication and Design, aim to train new professionals who can address the opportunities and challenges presented by video game development.
These programs last two years and are designed for graduates or advanced students in computer science or design, or individuals with significant experience in those fields.
Video games are emerging as the entertainment medium par excellence of our time. Economically speaking, they are already rivaling cultural industries such as Hollywood in terms of global revenue.
Video games are also used in educational activities, as a means of communication and persuasion in advertising (advergaming), and as a vehicle for propaganda.
Both programs will begin classes in March 2005.