Postgraduate certificate Game Design and Gamification

To develop a successful video game of the stature of the most recognized ones such as Tetris with 170 million sales or Minecraft with 144 million sales, it is necessary to implement all the fundamentals and tools necessary for a good gamified production. The video game, unlike games, adds the element of interaction, being this one of the elements to deepen within this program where the student will enhance their skills and expand their career to the next level, training 100% online and qualifying from the hand of experts in a few weeks.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price

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The world's largest faculty of video games”

Introduction to the Program

Master the tools and fundamentals of video game design to underpin great achievements in your professional profile"

Creating solid and competitive video games is the goal of every good Game Design professional. To do so, it is important to know how to apply all the tools offered by gamification. Professional game designers specialize in certain types of games, such as board games, card games or video games, as well as in certain areas that require interaction between a person and a system. They help to facilitate interaction between players, for various purposes, applied both inside and outside virtual interactive systems.

In this Postgraduate certificate you will learn all the basics for the successful creation of a gamified video game. The different genres and types of games available on the market will be examined and the graduate will know how to apply the MDA model successfully. Implementing game rewards and integrating level and world design into the design strategy to optimize the player experience.

A program that will deepen all the necessary approaches to understand Game Design and Gamification as a profession, raising the student's level of experience towards new opportunities in the world of game development and its industry.

It should be noted that this Postgraduate certificate will be taught in a 100% online environment and in a period of 6 weeks, in which the student will be able to understand all the content accurately. It is presented in practical formats for its application and development adapted to the Relearning methodology, which allows the reiteration of concepts facilitating the memorization of the principles studied.

Always with the accompaniment of expert teachers who will explain to the professional their most outstanding experiences, providing the professionalization that the student needs to broaden their horizons within the creative process and also looking for the profitability of their work.

Get inspiration from the great video game designers. You too can achieve success like Hideo Kojima has done"

This Postgraduate certificate in Game Design and Gamification contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. Its most notable features are:

The development of case studies presented by experts in video game development
The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
Its special emphasis on the importance of visuals in videogames
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Access to content from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Create solid and competitive video games knowing how to apply all the tools offered by gamification. Thus, obtaining a successful product"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Study 100% online and allow yourself to live the experience of interacting with experts in your area of professionalization"

Learn all about the MDA model, to apply it successfully in the development of gamified video games"

Why study at TECH?

TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.

Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH”

The world’s best online university according to FORBES

The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future”

A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.

The most complete study plans on the university scene

TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success.

TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.

A world-class teaching staff

TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others.

Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.

A unique learning method

TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries.

TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.

The world's largest online university

TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world.

TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.

Google Premier Partner

The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies.

Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.

The official online university of the NBA

TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics.

TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.

The top-rated university by its students

Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.”

TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.

Leaders in employability

TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development.

99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.

Postgraduate Certificate in Game Design and Gamification.

Game design refers to the creation and design of video and board games. The goal of game design is to create games that are entertaining, challenging and engaging for players. Game design involves the development of game mechanics, game rules, story, characters, and visual and auditory aspects that can influence the gaming experience.

Game design process and its phases.

Conceptualization and idea: In this phase, the game idea is developed, game mechanics are defined and the story and characters are created.

Prototyping: In this phase, a preliminary version of the game is created to test and adjust the game mechanics, structure and rules.

Visual and sound design: In this phase, the visual aspect of the game is created, including the user interface, scenarios, characters and objects. The sound aspect of the game is also designed, including music, sound effects and narration.

Testing and evaluation: In this phase, a thorough evaluation of the game is performed to detect bugs and correct them. Quality control is also performed to ensure the proper functioning of the game.

Gamification, on the other hand, is the technique of converting non-game tasks into games or playful activities. The goal of gamification is to increase user motivation and engagement in activities that may be boring or tedious.

Gamification can be applied to tasks in education, health, marketing, entertainment and other areas. The application of gamification involves incorporating game elements such as points, challenges, levels and rewards into activities that are not games.

For example, a company can use gamification to motivate employees to make more sales or complete important tasks. To accomplish this, gamification techniques can be used, such as setting goals, giving rewards and creating performance rankings.

Game design involves the creation and design of video and board games, while gamification involves the conversion of non-game tasks into games or playful activities. Both fields can be used in a variety of areas, including education, health care, marketing