Game Design and Development
Your Game Design and Development Pathway
Note: This program was formerly known as the Digital Gaming and Interactive Media program.
Embark on your journey into LWTech’s Game Design and Development program, where seasoned industry professionals guide you toward an exhilarating career in video game development, interactive media, marketing, and education, opening doors to limitless opportunities.
Our classes cover traditional art, 3D modeling, programming, game mechanics, animation, and beyond. This program isn't just about learning; it's about crafting and developing your indie games or contributing to professional studios.
You’ll benefit from small class settings, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on training for an enriched learning experience.
What makes us unique is the seamless integration of programs. Our Game Design and Development program seamlessly merges with our Design, and Computing, and Software Development programs, offering a comprehensive education in art, design, coding, and immersive media production.
Your pathway in Game Design and Development involves projects emphasizing problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and industry-standard practices. Our graduates have forged careers at renowned companies like Bungie, Nintendo, Microsoft, Amazon, and EA Pop Cap.
Your degree isn't just a milestone; it's a seamless gateway to a rewarding career!
Discover a world of opportunities with our Game Design and Development program at LWTech!
Game Design and Development, AAS-T
Associate in Applied Science-Transfer
Additional Program Information
Admission to the BAS degree is competitive visit the BAS Information page for instructions and information.
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Explore Careers and paths in Game Design and Development
We are proud of the many pathway options our students have to complete an Applied Bachelor’s degree, at LWTech, and at in-state universities and colleges. All degrees, whether DTA/MRP, AAS-T or AAS, can fulfill transfer requirements at multiple institutions thanks to the articulation (transfer) agreements between LWTech and the transfer college. An applied bachelor's degree can improve your chances in the job market and help you make more money.
To learn more about transferring to another college or university, please visit our Transferring from LWTech page.
The Game Design and Development program at LWTech leads to a variety of career opportunities in the field. The examples below show how different certificates and degrees may connect to potential job paths. While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes, this information is meant to help you explore your options and plan for your future.
You can choose to enter the workforce after completing a certificate or continue your education to expand your career options over time. Here are some examples of what that path can look like:
Start working after your certificate or associate degree
Upon completing the AAS-T in Game Design and Development, students may be prepared for roles such as:
Continue your education and advance your career
You can also continue building your skills through additional bachelor’s degree programs.
Examples of bachelor’s degree options at LWTech include:
A bachelor’s degree may prepare students for roles such as:
- Multimedia Artists and Animators
- Graphic Designers
- Video Game Designers
- Software Developers
- Art Directors
- Technical Directors
- IT Project Managers
Graduate Degree Options
After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may choose to pursue graduate education in related fields. Examples may include:
- Online Master’s options at Western Governors University
- Master of Science at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Professional Studies at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Sports Leadership at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
Note: Students completing an LWTech BAS degree may be eligible to complete the above degrees if pre-requisites for the chosen program are fulfilled. See an advisor to plan your future education.