Program Overview
The Minor in Game Studies and Design equips students with knowledge in game production and analysis. It prepares students for careers in the games industry, experience and interaction design, and human-computer interaction. The minor is relevant to students interested in pursuing careers in and around the games industry, and is also relevant for those interested in careers in experience and interaction design, human-computer interaction, and related areas.
Program Outline
Careers:
- The games industry
- Experience and interaction design
- Human-computer interaction
Other:
- The Minor in Game Studies and Design provides students with theoretical, historical, and applied knowledge in the production and study of games.
- This minor is relevant to students interested in pursuing careers in and around the games industry, and is also relevant for those interested in careers in experience and interaction design, human-computer interaction, and related areas.
Illinois Tech Summary
Overview:
Illinois Tech, also known as the Illinois Institute of Technology, is a private research university located in Chicago. It is renowned for its focus on STEM fields and its commitment to providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them for successful careers. The university boasts high rankings and its graduates achieve high employment rates and above-average starting salaries.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Illinois Tech offers a vibrant campus experience with a focus on experiential learning. Students have access to the Elevate program, which guarantees hands-on experiences, personalized academic and career plans, and 21st-century skills development. The university also provides opportunities for students to engage with the corporate, nonprofit, research, and startup communities in Chicago and beyond.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Impact Research:
Students and faculty at Illinois Tech are actively involved in research that leverages technology and innovation for the betterment of humanity.World-Class Education:
Illinois Tech provides a world-class education with a focus on STEM fields and hands-on learning.Strong Alumni Network:
The university boasts a global network of over 86,000 alumni, providing students with valuable connections and career opportunities.Chicago Location:
Illinois Tech is located in Chicago, a vibrant and dynamic city with a thriving economy and diverse cultural offerings.Elevate Program:
This unique program guarantees students access to hands-on experiences, personalized academic and career plans, and 21st-century skills development.Other:
Illinois Tech is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in its policies and programs. The university's historic Mies Campus is located less than a mile from Lake Michigan and has been recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country.
Entry Requirements:
UK Students
- GCSE: Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including English Language/Welsh First Language and Mathematics/Mathematics-Numeracy, at grade C/4 or above.
- A Level: Minimum of 3 A Levels with no specific subject requirements.
- BTEC National/Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: MMM-DDM.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: No specific subjects required.
- Irish Leaving Certificate: No specific subjects required, Higher Level subjects considered with a minimum grade H4.
- The university considers contextual offers for applicants facing socio-economic challenges.
- If your qualifications aren't listed or if you have relevant experience, contact Admissions for consideration.
EU and Overseas students:
- English Language Requirements: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language proficiency:
- International students: For students whose first language is not English, an English Language test is required.
- Accepted English Language tests and scores:
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each element.
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 59 overall with a minimum of 51 on each element.
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Grade C overall.
- Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE): Grade C.
