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Fourth Year (Senior)
Code Title Credit Prerequisite(s) BACHELOR OF ARTS IN
PSY330 Fundamentals of Psychotherapy 3 PSY320 VIDEO GAME DESIGN
PSY350 Psychology of Creativity 3 PSY210

PSY420 Psychometrics 3 PSY211
(Semester 7)
ME 2 Major Elective 2 3
OE 3 Open Elective 3 3
Total Credit Hours 15 None
Industrial and Oragnizational
PSY400 Psychology 3 PSY300
PSY440 Clinical Psychology 3 PSY310
(Semester 6) Applied Psychology Research Design
PSY430 3 PSY240
Project.
ME 3 Major Elective 3 3
OE 4 Open Elective 4 3
Total Credit Hours 15 None

Program Mission game mechanics, systems, and storytelling while effectively
addressing artistic, technical, and economic constraints.
The Bachelor of Arts in Video Game Design at Abu Dhabi III. Master industry-standard tools, game engines, software and
University, in collaboration with Rubika School (France), prepares production pipelines to create interactive and visually compelling
students to become innovative game creators for the global gameplay, ensuring technical proficiency in game development.
industry. Combining art, design, programming, and serious
applications, the program offers hands-on learning, industry IV. Strengthen communication and collaboration skills by
collaborations, and international expertise. Students develop effectively presenting game concepts to diverse stakeholders,
creative and technical skills to design immersive experiences working in multidisciplinary teams, and managing production
while reflecting the UAE’s cultural heritage and digital vision. workflows in professional environments.
Graduates are equipped to contribute to game studios, startups,
and emerging fields such as VR, AR, and simulation, supporting the V. Foster ethical responsibility, leadership, and adaptability by
UAE’s leadership in digital innovation. understanding industry best practices, engaging in continuous
learning, and contributing to the evolving global landscape of
Program Goals video game development
To reach the mentioned mission, the program has the following
objectives:
I. Develop a critical understanding of video games’ historical,
cultural, and societal evolution, analyzing key milestones, genre
development, and industry trends that shape contemporary game
design and production.
II. Develop expertise in designing creative and immersive
video game experiences for diverse applications, including
entertainment, education, simulation, and training, by integrating

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