Bachelor's in Games Development
Bachelor's in Games Development
Bachelor's in Games Development

Program taught by top teachers through innovative project based learning methodology. Become an expert in game development.

Lisbon
September 2026
  • Undergraduate programmes
  • Did you know that the Bachelor’s Degree in Game Development at IADE

Bachelor's in Games Development

English
Start date
September 2026
Duration
3 years
Schedule
Daytime
Language
English
ECTS
180 ECTS

Did you know that the Bachelor’s Degree in Game Development at IADE

The ​Bachelor’s Degree in Games Development at IADE prepares you to create the ​games and interactive experiences of tomorrow, combining ​creativity, programming and hands-on learning in a programme taught ​entirely in English.

Here you will:

  • Develop skills in ​C, C# and C++;
  • Work with leading game engines and technologies such as ​Unity and Unreal;
  • Create games and ​immersive interactive experiences using industry-standard technologies;
  • Build a ​technical an

Why to study a Bachelor's in Games Development?

International experience

The international experience is a key part of the Bachelor’s Degree in Game Development and includes a mandatory semester abroad.

During this period, students have the opportunity to study at renowned international institutions such as Abertay University in Scotland, globally recognised for its excellence in game development and design, as well as the University of Bradford, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences – Faculty of Digital Media and Creative Industries, and HdM Stuttgart Media University.

More than an academic exchange, this experience allows students to expand their cultural perspective, strengthen their technical and creative skills, and build an international network of contacts – essential for succeeding in the global games industry.

Exclusive access to the PlayStation™ First Academic Program

Guaranteed professional hardware and software through our partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Methodologies and technological skills
  • Project-based learning (PBL) – Each semester is based on a single, realistic project. By the end of the degree, students have already six games developed, which are the main elements of the portfolio they will present to the industry.
  • Clear focus on development – Combination of the various aspects of video game development and software engineering.
  • Multiple languages and technologies – Students develop their projects using multiple programming languages (C, C#, and C++) and game frameworks/engines (SDL, Unity, and Unreal).
  • Multidisciplinary teams – Part of the six semester-long projects are carried out by teams that also integrate students from other B.Sc.’s, increasing the quality of the created products and student skills in multidisciplinary teamwork.

Study plan

Consult the structure of the curricular plan

1º SEMESTER
2º SEMESTER
3º SEMESTER
4º SEMESTER
5º SEMESTER
6º SEMESTER
SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Visual Culture283
Fundamentals of Programming I 849
Applied Artificial Intelligence283
Game Development 283
Grid-Based Game Design7012
SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Game Design 426
Data Structures283
Programming Fundamentals II566
Fundamental Mathematics for Games423
Turn-Based Game Project7012
SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Physics and Mathematics for 2D Games423
Artificial Intelligence I426
2D Game Programming566
Object-Oriented Programming283
2D Game Design 7012
SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Computer Graphics I283
Physics and Mathematics for 3D Games423
Project Management423
3D Game Programming569
3D Game Design 7012
SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Computer Graphics II 423
Artificial Intelligence II*423
Advanced Game Programming849
Advanced Game Design7015

*Optional 1

SUBJECTHOURSECTS
Gaming Security*423
Online Game Programming849
Online Game Design7015
Online Gaming Services423

*Optional 2

Admission exams

  • 16 Mathematics

Or select one of the following sets of exams:

  • 02 Biology and Geology + 16 Mathematics
  • 04 Economics + 16 Mathematics
  • 07 Physics and Chemistry + 16 Mathematics
  • 10 Descriptive Geometry + 16 Mathematics
  • 13 English + 16 Mathematics
  • 18 Portuguese + 16 Mathematics

Course director

Career opportunities

  • Digital Games Programmer
  • Interactive systems and Artificial Intelligence
  • Games for social networks and companies
  • Data analyst
  • Programmer

Testimonial

Mariya-Brovkina
Everything I learned at IADE is going to have a positive impact on my future career, one way or another. The greatest things about my degree are: diversity of subjects, challenging projects, a lot of professional events and workshops and, of course, the amount of programming languages and techniques we learn. I believe these things are the foundation for successful career startup in my field.

Mariya Brovkina

Admissions

Candidates interested in joining IADE can apply throughout the year. The application process is limited by existing vacancies and the suitability of the candidate's profile to the study cycle of interest.

To start the admission process, the candidate must follow these 3 steps.

Certification and accreditation

Accreditation and Report by A3ES for the Degree in Game Developm ent.

Registration R/A-Cr 6/2014/AL02 of 27/07/2021. Order no. 8106/2021, of 16 August 2021, II series, no. 158 DR

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