
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Game Development







About Bachelor of Fine Arts - Game Development
The Game Development BFA gives a well-rounded education in the arts with an emphasis on understanding and applying techniques including 3D modeling, animation and lighting in video game production.
Students graduate with a solid grasp of the fundamental game art principles, including knowledge of game engine technology and pre-production and production environments.
Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:
Visual Communication
- Integrate environments, characters, or props for a cohesive game experience
- Visually demonstrate skills that meet game industry standards
Technology
- Demonstrate proficiency with technology related to contemporary game production
Presentation Skills
- Clearly and professionally present work and ideas
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Visually communicate research and ideas throughout the design process
- Research and generate workable solutions under a deadline
Professional Readiness
- Produce a professional portfolio which meets industry standards
- Work cooperatively and effectively in a professional production environment
- Identify strengths and develop a portfolio tailored to showcase them
Specialty Skills: Game and Level Design
- Design, organize, and build game prototypes in established game engines
- Create design documentation and detailed paper maps for a professional preproduction package
- Effectively use visual and code-based scripting to implement game and level mechanics
Specialty Skills: Animation
- Effectively apply the principles of animation to environments, characters, or effects
- Convey motion (biped and quadruped) and interaction of moving objects
- Incorporate original animations into established game engines
- Demonstrate an understanding of staging and composition through legible animations
Specialty Skills: 3D Modeling for Games
- Model with appropriate use of form, proportion, & function
- Create and apply textures consistent with the overall look of the project
Specialty Skills: Concept Art
- Effectively utilize line, edge, value and design in all concept work
- Effectively apply the rules of perspective
- Demonstrate flexibility in illustrative style and the ability to accommodate style to project needs
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