B.A. Interactive Game Art, Design and Development

Course Overview

The School of Design, Media, and Creative Arts at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) stands out as one of the best Game Art and Game Design and Development colleges in Bangalore. Our B.A programme in Interactive Game Art, Design, and Development is a thrilling journey into the world of interactive entertainment. This programme immerses students in creating captivating video games, preparing them for dynamic careers in the rapidly evolving game industry. With a strong focus on both the artistic and technical aspects of game development, students gain a well-rounded understanding of game design, art, and programming.

B.A. Interactive Game Art, Design and Development Highlights
  1. Critical Reasoning & Problem Solving
  2. Creativity & Design
  3. Technical Knowledge
  4. Software & Technology
  5. Organized Planning & Management
Course Commencement

Date : August 2024

Duration of Study:

4 Years (8 semesters)

Eligibility

The minimum qualification required to apply is a pass in the 10+2 examination in Science or Commerce from PUC / ISC / CBSE or an equivalent board. A course recognized as equivalent thereto by the University.

Curriculum Structure

Candidates admitted into the B.A. Interactive Game Art and Design and Development programme undergo only one (Semester 1) of the above-mentioned Foundation. Thereon, students delve into several aspects of game art, design and development. The design courses students get to experience the design foundation through are:

Semester 1
  1. HISTORY OF DESIGN
  2. DESIGN STUDY
  3. FUNDAMENTAL OF VISUAL ART
  4. DIGITAL ART
  5. KANNADA 1 (OR)
  6. SANSKRIT 1 (OR)
  7. HINDI 1 (OR)
  8. ADDITIONAL ENGLISH 1
  9. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION 1
  10. MIND MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN VALUES 1
  11. TD-PCL I
Semester 2
  1. GAME DESIGN FOUNDATION
  2. BOARD GAME DESIGN
  3. GAME PROGRAMMING
  4. KANNADA 2 (OR)
  5. SANSKRIT 2 (OR)
  6. HINDI 2 (OR)
  7. ADDITIONAL ENGLISH 2
  8. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION 2
  9. MIND MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN VALUES 2
  10. TD-PCL II

Semester 3
  1. SPINE 2D ANIMATION
  2. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
  3. MAJOR 1
  4. 2D GAME ART (or)
  5. 2D GAME DESIGN (or)
  6. BASIC 2D GAME DEVELOPMENT USING C#
  7. MAJOR 2
  8. CREATING GAME ASSETS (or)
  9. INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING (or)
  10. DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS
  11. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  12. SEC
  13. TD-PCL III
Semester 4
  1. PLAY TESTING AND AUTOMATION
  2. INDIAN CONSTITUTION
  3. MAJOR 1
  4. ENVIRONMENT MODELING FOR GAME (or)
  5. SYSTEM AND ECONOMY DESIGN
  6. MOBILE GAME DEVELOPMENT
  7. MAJOR 2
  8. BASIC TEXTURING FOR GAMES (or)
  9. HYPER AND HYBRID CASUAL GAME DESIGN (or)
  10. RAPID PROTOTYPING USING GAME ENGINE
  11. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  12. TD-PCL IV

Semester 5
  1. BUSINESS IN INDIAN GAMES INDUSTRY
  2. COLLABORATIVE PROJECT
  3. PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
  4. MAJOR 1
  5. ADVANCE TEXTURING FOR GAME (or)
  6. COMBAT DESIGN (or)
  7. INTRODUCTION TO UNREAL GAME DEVELOPMENT
  8. MAJOR 2
  9. DIGITAL SCULPTING (or)
  10. LEVEL DESIGN (or)
  11. VISUAL SCRIPTING IN UNREAL
  12. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  13. SEC
  14. TD-PCL V
Semester 6
  1. MAJOR PROJECT
  2. INTERNSHIP
  3. MAJOR 1
  4. NEXTGEN CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT I (or)
  5. UI/UX IN GAME DESIGN (or)
  6. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE AND NETWORKING PROGRAMMING
  7. MAJOR 2
  8. NEXTGEN CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT II (or)
  9. APPLIED GAME DESIGN (or)
  10. AR/VR GAME DEVELOPMENT
  11. SEC
  12. TD-PCL VI

Semester 7
  1. Advance Research Methodology 1
  2. Collaborative Project
  3. Foreign Language 1
Semester 8
  1. Advance Research Methodology 2
  2. Foreign Language 2

Note:
Courses on offer are subject to change between semesters or academic years depending on relevant recommendations from experts in industry, academia and other important stakeholders

Exploring Opportunities Following B.A

As one of the top media colleges in Bangalore, graduates with a BA Interactive Game Art, Design, and Development possess a unique skill set that allows them to conceptualise, design, and develop innovative products. They work across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and more. Graduates can use their design skills to start their own design firms or product companies, bringing their innovative ideas to the market. Some opportunities and prospective roles that students can pursue after completing a BA Interactive Game Art, Design, and Development are:

  1. Game Designer
  2. Game Artist
  3. Game Programmer
  4. Level Designer
  5. Game Producer
  6. Quality Assurance Tester
  7. Narrative Designers
  8. Sound Designers
  9. UI/UX Designers

For the entrepreneurial spirits, indie game development is a viable path. Our programme's unique blend of creativity and technical skills, complemented by teamwork and practical training, prepares graduates to thrive in the dynamic realm of game development, whether their passion lies in design, coding, art, or project management.

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