Bachelor's Degree in Virtual Reality

Gaming technology and practices have become a part of everyday life, and there is a growing expectation that gaming-based technologies and interactions are being embraced by mainstream businesses and organizations. The Virtual Reality degree uses game design as a base and applies the design principles of gaming to virtual reality applications such as corporate training, medical and therapeutic, military and education. As this is a highly technical field, students will be exposed to all the tools of the trade as well as mid-level programming and asset creation skill sets. The coursework emphasizes design skills such as strong initial concepts, design documentation, game balancing and play-testing, interactive storytelling and interface design with an eye towards developments in the virtual reality field. Students in the Virtual Reality degree will also take a critical approach to the study of gameplay, player interaction and community dynamics as well as the unique features of the numerous game platforms available in the marketplace. Applying all the elements of the game creation process, students will also develop the mentorship and leadership skills to complete projects from initial concept to publishing a final product.