B.Des. (Game Design) Application Form at UPES 2027

The B.Des. (Game Design) program offered by UPES is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in game design. The program integrates various disciplines such as computer science, creative writing, and graphic design to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of game design principles and practices.

Throughout the program, students will explore the creative aspects of game design and learn how to translate their imagination into a playable video game world. They will work with design specifications, integrate art and sound, and develop interactive gameplay experiences using technology and good interaction and communication principles. Students will also develop their artistic skills, creativity, and logic, particularly in areas such as visual design, sculpting, scripting languages, and application programming interfaces.

The curriculum of the B.Des. (Game Design) program covers a wide range of topics including research methodology, game history, user experience, modelling, character design, environment design, programming, and game engine. Moreover, students will also be equipped with entrepreneurial skills and a business attitude, allowing them to approach game design from both a creative and commercial perspective. By the end of the program, students will have the skills and knowledge to pursue careers as game designers, asset designers, art directors, level designers, character designers, concept artists, user interface designers, 3D artists, game programmers, lighting artists, illustrators, and cinematic artists.

The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Des. (Game Design) to be fulfilled by interested students is as follows: Minimum 50% marks in class X and XII (any stream).

Career opportunities in the field of B.Des. (Game Design) include various roles such as game designers, game artists, game programmers, level designers, game writers, quality assurance testers, game producers, UX and UI designers, and sound designers. Game designers conceptualize and develop the mechanics, rules, and gameplay of a game, collaborating with artists and programmers. Game artists create visual assets using software like Photoshop or Maya. Game programmers write code and integrate the work of designers and artists. Level designers focus on creating engaging levels and puzzles. Game writers craft narratives and dialogues. Independent development and joining indie game studios provide entrepreneurial and creative freedom.

The students may pursue the following professional paths in the field of Game Design, as listed below.

Game Designer
Game Programmer
Game Writer
Quality Assurance Tester
Game Producer
Game UI / UX Designer
Game Sound Designer
Independent Game Developer