Professional Practice in Game Development
The course integrates professional practice with career development across games and related creative industries. Students gain insight into innovation options, international industry structures, workflows, sustainability and expectations through project collaborations, or industry-focused assignments. In parallel, the course emphasises professionalism, international networking, communication, and career planning, including preparing portfolios, CVs, and presentations, as well as engaging with networks and industry stakeholders.
The course combines joint activities for all students (career seminars, cross-disciplinary reflection, professional communication) with discipline-specific practice components tailored to the game industry. By combining hands-on experience with structured reflection, students strengthen their ability to transition from education to professional work careers.
After completing the course, the candidate:
Knowledge
- has knowledge of the creative industry structures, workflows, and professional roles
- is familiar with approaches to innovation, entrepreneurship, and professional networking in the creative industries
- understands expectations for professionalism, ethical conduct, sustainability and collaboration in the creative industries
- is familiar with strategies for career development, networking, and sustainable professional practice
Skills
- can apply academic and practical knowledge in an international, professional setting (e.g. project collaboration, industry task)
- can present and document work in a professional manner through portfolios, CVs, social networking tools and presentations
- can reflect critically on sustainability, their own professional role and career development.
- can communicate effectively with international industry partners, peers, and audiences
- can engage in networking and professional communication strategies relevant to industry contexts
- can develop and present ideas in ways that support innovation, entrepreneurship, or career opportunities
General competence
- can work independently and responsibly in professional environments, adhering to international industry standards and ethical guidelines
- can adapt knowledge and skills to real-world industry contexts, both individually and in collaboration with others
- can reflect on their transition from education to professional practice, identifying opportunities for development, innovation, and professional growth
- can apply principles of sustainability to creative and professional contexts, recognising their relevance for long-term industry development and responsible practice
Portfolio (MA) - Individual. (100/100)
- 4 works inkulded in portfolio
Graded: A-F.
