Applied Computer Science - Digital Media and Game Development
Bits and bytes are your thing, innovative techniques in the field of graphics and animation make your heart beat faster. You also want to get to the bottom of the technical and mathematical principles of media informatics. If you are interested in the information technologies of the future, then you have the ideal prerequisites for studying Applied Computer Science - Digital Media and Game Development. In the degree program, you will acquire specialist computer science knowledge and methodological skills. The degree program offers an ideal combination of sound computer science training and creative media design. You will learn how to develop complex software solutions, design exciting game mechanics and create impressive visual effects. Your skills in 3D modeling, animation and game design will be complemented by practice-oriented projects and state-of-the-art technology.
After graduation, you will be ideally prepared for a job in the IT industry with its forward-looking career opportunities or a subsequent Master's degree. In media informatics, you can expect an exciting working environment at the interface between information and communication technology. You can choose to pursue a career in traditional computer science (e.g. software development) or a modern multimedia profession. Where and how you will work in the future will primarily depend on your own interests and focus, which you will determine yourself during your Applied Computer Science - Digital Media and Game Development studies.
Studying with structure
Your studies consist of modules with different focuses, consisting of a mixture of theory and practice. Some of these build on each other and provide you with the basics of Applied Computer Science - Digital Media and Game Development.
You can see the simplified structure of the course in the following diagram.
Please refer to the module plan and module description handbook for the module plan and scope of study.