The Master in Videogame Design and Virtual Environments course at IE University equips students with essential skills for leadership in game design and virtual environments.

School: IE University, IE School of Architecture and Design
Course: Master in Videogame Design and Virtual Environments
Location: Madrid, Spain
Course dates: September 2025, full-time, ten months
Application deadline: mid-August 2025

The Master in Design (MDes) in Videogame Design and Virtual Environments at IE School of Architecture and Design is a cutting-edge, 10-month in-person program in Madrid. Tailored for video game and virtual world enthusiasts, it equips students with essential skills for leadership in game design and virtual environments. The curriculum emphasises craft, sustainability and entrepreneurship, aiming to mould students into pioneers who can transform gaming culture and technology.

Ideal candidates are creative, strategically minded individuals passionate about game mechanics, art, storytelling, UX/UI, sound design, XR, Real-Time Graphics and AI. The program also delves into AI applications, Serious Games and interactive media beyond traditional gaming.

Students benefit from the Design Innovation Platform, gaining a holistic education in design principles, sustainability, social impact, business and communication. The program's comprehensive approach covers storytelling, technical skills, creative thinking, art direction, sound and level design. Hands-on, collaborative studio work ensures a practical, well-rounded education.

Graduates emerge as versatile creatives, ready to lead innovative and transformative projects in the dynamic field of video game design and virtual environments.

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