B.Sc. In Virtual Reality & Game Development

• Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
• Model: full-time
• Language: English
• ECTS: 210
• Info: without NC, accredited
• Duration: 7 semesters/3.5 years
• Location: Heidelberg

In our Bachelor's programme in Virtual Reality & Game Development, you will learn how to design digital experiences – from the initial idea to technical implementation. You will first acquire essential fundamentals in computer science, game design, computer graphics and user experience. In the process, you will develop your first prototypes and gain knowledge about game engines, scripting and scientific methods.

As you progress, you can specialise: create impressive game worlds with game art, design captivating gaming experiences in game design, or bring games to life through programming (game programming). In the technical art field, you combine creative and technical aspects, while in virtual and mixed reality you work with immersive technologies.

Through practical projects, modern tools and elective modules, you can deepen your knowledge and sharpen your individual profile. Your studies conclude with a bachelor's thesis, which will prepare you optimally for a career in the games or tech industry – whether as a developer, designer or VR expert.

A bachelor's degree in Virtual Reality & Game Development opens up numerous exciting career paths, which are very diverse depending on your chosen specialisation.

With a focus on game art, you can work in game studios, become a freelancer or start your own projects. You will develop graphic designs, 3D models and visualisations for various platforms. Industries such as film, television and advertising also offer exciting opportunities. In addition, you can opt for master's programmes in areas such as game design or computer graphics.

Game design also offers a wide range of career opportunities. You can work in existing game studios as a level or narrative designer or start your own studio. Other activities include developing prototypes, storytelling and research in the field of computer game science. Here, too, you have the opportunity to continue your studies with a master's degree to deepen your expertise.

The Game Programming specialisation qualifies you for software development in game studios or other areas such as simulations and interactive applications. You can work with classic programming languages or modern game engines. In addition, there are numerous master's programmes in areas such as computer science or computer game studies.

With technical art, you will be able to bridge the gap between artists and developers. You can work in game studios, in the media or automotive industry, or in film production, combining 3D graphics with programming. Here, too, a master's degree in applied computer science or computer graphics is a possible next step.

In the field of virtual and mixed reality, you can work as a developer in many different industries – from gaming and aerospace to architecture and medicine. Your work will be increasingly in demand in areas such as visualisation and interactive media. Master's programmes in creative technologies or digital reality are also suitable for this specialisation.

Jobs mit dem Bachelor in Virtual Reality & Game Development:

• Game Studios
• Gründer-Teams
• Selbstständigkeit/Freelancer
• Medienagenturen, Werbung, Film und Fernsehen
• Softwareentwicklung in verschiedenen Branchen
• Forschung/Lehre (Computerspielwissenschaften)
• Games-Journalismus
• Master-Studiengänge (Game Design, Computerspielwissenschaften, angewandte Informatik, Computergrafik, Animation, Medieninformatik)

Our VR/AR lab offers you countless development and test systems that can be borrowed or permanently installed. A wide variety of VR goggles, graphics tablets, a holographic projection system, a fully equipped VR corner, a sound station, a large collection of magazines and much more: whether you want to chill out comfortably on the couch, play multiplayer games on the large-screen TV, immerse yourself in virtual worlds, concentrate on projects or work diligently on your own development in group work with additional monitors - our VR/AR Lab is optimally equipped for the development of video games, virtual worlds and VR simulations!

This is what we offer you in our VR/AR lab:

• HoloLens 2
• several HTC Vive with TPCast wireless adapters
• several Oculus Rift (different versions), some with touch controllers
• Acer Mixed Reality Headset
• Vuzix M100 Smart Glass
• Meta 2 Augmented Reality Development Kit
• Open Source Virtual Reality (OSVR) Hacker DevKit
• Professional Advanced Realtime Tracking System (sponsored by ART)
• Samsung Gear VR 360° camera
• Valedo motion sensors
• holographic projection system (Holobox)
• 27" Graphics Tablet (sponsored by Wacom)
• Xbox One X and PS4 Pro
• Retro consoles: Sega Mega Drive, PlayStation Classic, Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo Classic Mini
• Graphics station with graphics tablet, 3D mouse and additional software
• Audio station with audio interface, microphone, midi keyboard and additional software
• TV, HD projector and BluRay player

We also offer access within the university to

• to the Media Production Studio including film, audio, podcast and photo studio
• the eye-tracking lab
• a NeuroSky MindWave EEG headset (brain-computer interface)
• and to several 3D printers.

You can be admitted to study at the SRH University of Applied Sciences Heidelberg

• General higher education entrance qualification, entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or an equivalent higher education entrance qualification or higher education entrance qualification for qualified professionals*
• if you have the general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), the subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification (subject-restricted Abitur) or the entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences
• or if you have at least two years of vocational training and at least three years of professional experience plus an aptitude test
• and if you have also successfully completed our selection process.

If you come from abroad, you can be admitted, if you can provide us with a university entrance qualification in the form of certificates from your previous education and sufficient knowledge of German (DSH or TestDaF exam) and if you have also successfully completed our selection procedure.

Your application must include a convincing and personal letter of motivation. A portfolio, portfolio or work samples are not necessary, but will be considered favourably. If you do not yet have your degree certificate, you can submit it by the start of the programme.

English language requirements:

Accepted English Proficiency Certificates (valid within 2 years), with at least the indicated score:

• IELTS Academic: 6.5
• TOEFL iBT: 87 points
• TOEIC Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150
• Duolingo Certificate: 110 points
• Cambridge CAE or CPE (grade A, B, or C)
• Pearson English Test Academic (PTE-A): 59 points
• Linguaskill: 176 - 184 (CES) - all four skills required