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Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences

Animatiοn and Gamе

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Subjects: Animation and Game Design, Computer Design & Graphics, Creative Industries

M.A.

Degree

120

ECTS

English only

Language

Winter semester: 01 Jun/01 Aug

Summer semester: 01 Dec/01 Feb

Application Deadlines

2 Years (starting: Both semesters)

Duration

Free

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Both semesters
Mode of admission:: local admission restriction
Application:: uni-assist
Study mode:: On campus

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Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Cutting-Edge Curriculum in a High-Tech Hub

In a vibrant R&D environment with top-notch facilities, students master the art of game and animation creation, enhancing their technical and creative prowess.

Real-World Experience Through Project-Based Learning

Engage in hands-on projects that mirror industry challenges, enhancing your ability to innovate and think critically in real-world scenarios.

Academic and Cultural Richness in Dieburg

Studying in Dieburg means immersing yourself in a historic city that supports academic excellence and offers a vibrant cultural scene, enriching your educational experience.

Expansive Mediencampus at Hochschule Darmstadt

Spread over 40,000 sqm, the Mediencampus features advanced studios, labs, and collaborative spaces essential for pioneering media projects and fostering teamwork.

Be part of a modern and renowned University of Applied Sciences

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences is one of the most renowned universities of applied sciences in Germany. Its goal is to combine the teaching of scientifically grounded knowledge with a real-world approach.

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Course Description

Dive into the dynamic world of digital creativity with the Master's in Animation and Game at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences. This English-taught program blends rigorous academic standards with practical expertise, guided by an interdisciplinary team of industry veterans and academic leaders. It's designed to cultivate your skills in creating cutting-edge animations, games, and immersive experiences, setting you on the path to industry success.

Target Groups

Curriculum

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Career Prospects

The program is ideal for creative minds aiming to lead in the animation and gaming sectors, particularly those passionate about blending artistic vision with technical execution in a collaborative, project-based setting.

Special Program Features

Master Creative Direction: Harnessing Artistic Leadership

This specialization intertwines narrative design, game experience design, and animation studies with practical application, equipping students with advanced methods in creative strategies and entrepreneurship. Here, learners refine their ability to conceptualize and direct innovative projects that push creative boundaries.

Excel in Technical Direction: Engineering the Future of Gaming and Animation

Focused on cultivating high-level technical skills, this track delves into advanced programming, algorithm design, and virtual reality. Students not only learn to formulate complex technical questions but also acquire the necessary skills to lead and manage cutting-edge projects in the animation and gaming industries.

Learn how to use state-of-the-art technology

Students have at their disposal all the resources of the Faculty of Media, such as software programs, fully equipped film and sound studios, a motion capturing studio, a game lab, and a usability lab.

Accreditations

German Accreditation Council

The German Accreditation Council is a foundation of public law with legal capacity that the Federal States have set up for accreditation and quality assurance in teaching and learning at German higher education institutions.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “Animatiοn and Gamе” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degrее

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) in a related field. The specific Master’s program version for which an applicant can apply depends on the duration and credit points (CP) of their Bachelor’s program:

6 Semester Bachelor Program (180 CP): Eligible for the 4-semester Master's program.
7 Semester Bachelor Degree (210 CP): Eligible for the 3-semester Master's program.
8 Semester Bachelor Degree (240 CP): Eligible for the 2-semester Master's рrοgram.

Admission Τеst

You must pass an entrance examination specific to the specialization you choose within the Master’s prοgram.