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B.A. Animation and Game

The study program

Animation and Game is an international Bachelor‘s degree program with a strong practical focus. The interdisciplinary and project based course is taught in English and qualifies students for creative careers in the international media and entertainment industry. The program includes two specialization pathways:

The “Technology” specialization puts a focus on the technical development and production of animations and games. It gives a deep insight into the basic concepts and methods of modern graphics programming and the creation of art through technology. Students acquire knowledge in game engines, game design, technical art, software architecture and development, various programming languages, real-time graphics programming, key aspects of computer science, generative AI as well as procedural asset generation and creative software tools.

The “Art and Design” specialization is centered around the creative development and technology based realization of original and innovative animation and game experiences. It combines design theories, creative strategies and artistic practices in the field of animation and games with industry standard digital production methods. Students acquire competencies in key areas such as: animation, game design, digital and technical art, narrative design, cinematography and visual development.

Study benefits

Immersive learning experience: Project based learning, small learning groups, individual support and innovative learning formats
International profile: fully taught in English, vibrant international student community
Experienced lectures: Experienced professors with industry background and guest lecturers from major studios like Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Disney will guide you along the way
Excellent equipment: project room, workstations with industry standard software, a modern game lab with dev-kits, motion capturing and virtual reality equipment
Work experience: An internship semester and projects with real clients help you to gain industry experience
Study abroad: as an alternative to the internship semester the program includes a study abroad semester in one of our partner universities
State university: Our degree program is accredited and therefore quality-tested. You pay no tuition fees with us.
Outstanding place of learning: According to UNESCO, the h_da is an ‘outstanding place of learning for sustainable development’

Semester	7 Semester
Study location	Dieburg
Start of studies	Winter semester
Instruction language	English
Form of admission	Entrance exam

Career Prospects

The „Technology“ specialization qualifies the students for technical careers in the international entertainment or other hightech industries:

game or tool programmers
game (system) designers
technical artists
technical producers

The „Art and Design” specialization qualifies for creative careers in the international animation and game industry:

game designer
animation artist
digital artist
technical artist
visual effects artist
narrative designer
creative producer

In addition, a Master‘s degree course in Animation and Game is offered, which qualifies graduates for leadership positions in the creative industry or research careers.

STUDY INFORMATION EVENT

On Tuesday, 09.12.2025 the B.A. Animation and Game at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences hosts an online study information event.

From 15:30h student advisors will offer individual online portfolio consultations. If you wish to participate please register until Friday, 05.12.2025 at 18:00h under: ag-studieren@h-da.de.

At 17:30 h the teaching staff will give an overview over the curriculum and the application process. You are welcome to join under:

https://h-da-de.zoom.us/j/66237418647

Password: StudyA&G26

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Further information

The Curriculum

A detailed description of the program content can be found in the module handbook.