Build the Games You Want to Play
Our Online 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. You can choose between a Bachelor in Game Art, a Bachelor in Game Design, or a Bachelor in Game Engineering and enjoy a mentor-focused approach, as well as a curriculum that adapts to unleash your distinct abilities.
Join Our Alumni Ranks
USV gaming alumni have gone on to work at some of the most prestigious studios in the video game industry.
Online Gaming Degree Programs
Online Bachelor of Arts in Game Art
Offered On-Campus & Online
Get ready to unleash your artsy side in our online 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.
Online Bachelor of Arts in Game Design
Offered On-Campus & Online
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 your game design classes, learn theoretical design concepts, and master practical skills like storytelling, programming, level design, and quality assurance.
Online Bachelor of Science in Game Engineering
Offered On-Campus & Online
Gear up for a wild ride in our online 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?
Tech Pack™
Your Essential Creative Toolkit
Picture this: Your files, multimedia masterpieces, and coursework are all at your fingertips, 24/7. That’s the magic of Tech Pack™, available exclusively for Gaming, Audio, and Animation Degrees.
What’s in the box? A sleek laptop and media creation software tailored to your program, keeping you in sync with the ever-evolving industry standards. And it’s yours to keep after you graduate, setting you up for success in the future. Whether you’re crafting the next big game or working on mind-blowing multimedia projects, Tech Pack™ has your back.
The exact components of your Tech Pack™ might vary based on what’s available when we ship it out. No worries – it’s all part of your total education cost. Oh, and about the software? You’ll need to do a quick download using your USV email. Just a heads-up, there might be a small cost involved. Keep it in the loop!
What's included*:
*Pricing and package specifications are subject to change.
Onling Gaming Student Work
for the Pros
Potential Gaming Career Options
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
Learn Game Design & Game Art
Online
Our Game Art, Game Design & Game Engineering programs at our game design school are available 100% online. Whether taking classes at the USV campus or learning from the comfort of your own home, you will experience the game art college life, and the multiplayer support of our award-winning curriculum.
Learn more about attending our online game desing school. Get an online degree in Game Design, Game Art, or Game Engineering
Real World Learning.
For Reels.
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.
