Student gamers at the University at Albany have two new academic programs to help turn their passion into a career.

The college has received approval to establish a Bachelor of Science in Game Design and Development and a Master of Science in strategic game design and applied development.

This is the first graduate program focused on gaming in the SUNY system.

“Our unique new programs are designed to prepare students for the wide variety of careers in the digital gaming industry at a prime location in the Capital Region that is full of internships and other experiential learning opportunities, as well as potential job and career offerings,” said CEHC Dean Robert Griffin.
Both programs will be offered through the Department of Information Sciences & Technology, and launch in fall 2025.

Undergrad program will include:

• Innovative Narrative in Game Design
• Game Programming
• Simulation & Serious Games
• Networking & Security
• Emerging Technology in Games
• AI & Game Design and Development
• Self-Designed 

Grad programs include:

• Cybersecurity in Games  
• Games and Learning
• Leadership and Management in Game Production
• Game Design
• User Experience
• Self-Designed Concentration