Ana İçerik

Marmara University Department of Digital Game Design

The Department of Digital Game Design at Marmara University is an undergraduate program established to educate highly qualified professionals in the field of digital games by combining creative thinking with technology. Founded in the 2025–2026 academic year, the department will admit its first students in the 2026–2027 academic year. It is housed within the Faculty of Applied Sciences and offers a four-year, practice-oriented education.

Digital games represent a powerful medium that brings together entertainment, art, technology, and interactive experiences. As the global game industry continues to grow rapidly, there is an increasing demand for professionals who possess not only technical expertise but also strong design thinking, storytelling skills, and an understanding of user experience. The Department of Digital Game Design has been structured to educate graduates equipped to meet these evolving industry demands.

The curriculum offers a comprehensive framework covering subjects such as game design and prototyping, game engines, visual design, 2D and 3D modeling, animation, interaction design, game narrative, game culture, game music, software development, screenwriting, and cinematography. Through workshops and project-based learning supported by a solid theoretical foundation, students gain hands-on experience throughout the entire game development process—from concept and design to production and publication. Delivered within the Faculty of Applied Sciences, the program emphasizes practical training to ensure that graduates are well prepared for a smooth and successful transition into the game industry.

Vision and Mission of the Department

The primary mission of the Department of Digital Game Design is to educate creative individuals who think critically, collaborate effectively, and use technology as a tool for innovation and production. The department aims to develop designers who are not only capable of utilizing existing game technologies but are also able to generate original ideas and contribute innovative solutions to the industry.

Designed around a practice-oriented, interdisciplinary, and future-focused educational approach, the program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to become influential professionals in both the national and international game industries. Positioned at the intersection of technology and creativity, the Department of Digital Game Design offers a dynamic and innovative learning environment dedicated to educating the next generation of professionals who will shape the future of digital games.