The world is going digital. Entertainment is no exception. Sales of computer and video games have grown consistently over the past 10 years with no signs of slowing down. Game technology is even being adopted by non-entertainment sectors for training, advertising, simulation, and education.
UW-Stout's B.S. Computer Science, B.F.A. Game Design & Development, and B.S. Game & Media Studies programs offer distinct, yet interdisciplinary and collaborative, pathways for aspiring designers, coders, and project managers hungry to lead the future of the gaming industry.
B.F.A. Game Design & Development
- First and only B.F.A. Game Design program in Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa.
- Faculty-led study trips to Los Angeles and San Francisco each year.
- Traditional and digital facilities, including Virtual Reality headsets and 3D printing.
- Industry projects with the Jim Henson Company, National Park Service, and many more.
B.S. Computer Science (Game Design & Development Concentration)
- Only game design and development program curriculum with ABET Computing Accreditation Commission accreditation.
- Required co-op industry experience (average $21+/hour)
- Opportunities for undergraduate research, publishing peer-reviewed papers, and attendance at game conferences.
- E3 College Game Competition 2013 co-winner and CHI Play 2014 finalist.
B.S. Game & Media Studies
- Only game-oriented media studies program in Wisconsin.
- Work with artists and programmers to make games.
- Study how games and media work in theory and practice.
- Interdisciplinary, flexible, and customizable curriculum.
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