Game Development

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Why Study Game Development at Goshen College?

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At Goshen College, you can explore the fast-growing world of game development through a flexible, interdisciplinary minor that blends technology, storytelling and visual design. You will build hands-on skills in programming, visual storytelling and interactive media, while learning to create compelling, meaningful games that entertain and inspire.

With small class sizes and personalized support from experienced faculty, you’ll dive into both the creative and technical sides of game creation. Whether you’re drawn to coding, design or narrative development, a game development minor will help you find your voice and your future in this dynamic field.

  • 91%
    of classes have fewer than 30 students
  • 93%
    of graduates are employed, in grad school or service within a year
  • 9:1
    student-to-faculty ratio

    Career Paths

    A game development minor adds creative and technical value to a wide range of majors. Whether you’re studying computer science, art, communication or English, this minor will give you the tools to stand out in digital industries. You’ll be prepared for careers in:

    • Game design and development
    • App and web development
    • UX/UI design
    • Educational game development
    • Interactive storytelling
    • Digital media production

    Curriculum and Credits

    The game development minor combines coursework in game design, programming, visual storytelling and interactive media. You’ll take core classes and electives that allow you to explore your interests and strengthen your creative and technical skills.

    Example courses include:

    • Introduction to Game Design
    • Interactive Media
    • Programming for Game Development
    • Visual Storytelling
    • Digital Media Tools
    • Senior Project in Game Development

    Your faculty adviser will help you customize your learning path and choose electives that align with your interests.

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    Hands-On Learning Opportunities

    Gain real-world experience by collaborating on digital projects, developing your own playable games, and participating in coding sprints, student showcases and interdisciplinary creative teams. You’ll also build fluency in industry-standard tools like Unity and Blender, and programming languages such as C# and Python.

    Scholarships

    Film production majors are eligible for merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid.

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    Facilities & Resources

    You’ll study in Goshen College’s Center for Communication, a creative hub equipped with media labs, editing suites, and industry-standard tools for digital media production. Collaborative, team-based learning is central here — just like it is in professional game development studios.

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