On our bachelor's degree programme in Virtual Reality & Game Development, you will learn how to design digital experiences - from the initial idea through to technical implementation. Firstly, you will learn the essential basics of computer science, game design, computer graphics and user experience. You will develop your first prototypes and acquire knowledge about game engines, scripting and scientific methods.
You can specialise as you progress: Design impressive game worlds with Game Art, create captivating gaming experiences in Game Design or bring games to life through programming (Game Programming). In Technical Art, you will combine creative and technical aspects, while in Virtual & Mixed Reality you will work with immersive technologies.
Practical projects, modern tools and elective modules allow you to deepen your knowledge and hone your individual profile. Your degree programme ends with your Bachelor's thesis, which will prepare you perfectly for a career in the games or tech industry - whether as a developer, designer or VR expert.
A Bachelor's degree in Virtual Reality & Game Development opens up numerous exciting career paths, which are very diverse depending on your chosen specialization.
With a focus on game art, you can work in game studios, work as a freelancer or start your own projects. You will develop graphic designs, 3D models and visualizations for various platforms. Industries such as film, television and advertising also offer exciting opportunities. You can also opt for Master's degree courses in areas such as game design or computer graphics.
You will also find a wide range of employment opportunities in game design. You can work in existing game studios as a level or narrative designer or set up your own studio. Other activities include the development of prototypes, storytelling and research in the field of computer game science. Here, too, you have the option of completing a Master's degree to deepen your expertise.
The Game Programming specialization qualifies you for software development in game studios or in other areas such as simulations and interactive applications. You can work with classic programming languages or modern game engines. There are also numerous Master's programs in areas such as computer science or computer game science.
With Technical Art, you will be able to bridge the gap between artists and developers. You can work in game studios, in the media or automotive industry or in film production and combine 3D graphics with programming. Here too, a Master's degree in applied computer science or computer graphics is a possible next step.
In the field of virtual & mixed reality, you can work as a developer in many different sectors - from the games industry to aerospace, architecture and medicine. Your work will be increasingly in demand in areas such as visualization and interactive media. Master's degree programs in Creative Technologies or Digital Reality are also available for this focus.
Since 2010, we have been offering the modern, practice-oriented bachelor's degree programme "Virtual Reality & Game Development", which focuses on the development and design of virtual worlds.
At SRH University, you have the opportunity to choose from five exciting Bachelor's specialisations and specialise during your studies.
Find out directly on our specialisation pages which specialisations are offered at which location:
Our VR/AR lab offers you countless development and test systems that can be borrowed or permanently installed. A wide variety of VR goggles, graphics tablets, a holographic projection system, a fully equipped VR corner, a sound station, a large collection of magazines and much more: whether you want to chill out comfortably on the couch, play multiplayer games on the large-screen TV, immerse yourself in virtual worlds, concentrate on projects or work diligently on your own development in group work with additional monitors - our VR/AR Lab is optimally equipped for the development of video games, virtual worlds and VR simulations!
We are a partner of the VR-First initiative.
In 2007, SRH University of Applied Sciences Heidelberg was one of the first universities in Germany to offer a "Game Development" degree programme. This was followed in 2010 by "Virtual Reality", the first degree programme in Germany to deal explicitly with virtual reality as a mass and entertainment medium. These years of experience, combined with the innovative CORE study model, form the foundation for the solid and practice-oriented education of our students.
Yves Masullo and Robin Mächtel show just how successful our graduates can be with their game "Orbital Bullet", which won the most important prize for games in Germany - the German Computer Game Award, in the "Prototype" category for young talent (endowed with € 15,000). Shortly afterwards, the game received another award at the GermanDevDays (endowed with €5,000).
