Xamk Summer School of Gaming

About

The studies will focus on Essentials of Video Game Creation (3 ECTS) and will teach you how to create a video game by studying concept design and development. You will learn in practice how to develop a basic game concept, from an idea to a pitch.

The classes will be held by gaming industry professionals:

Dr. Jan Storgards, Director, CADGI (Cambridge Academy of Digital Games and Innovation)
James Shepherd, CEO, Cypherdelic ltd, Head of Studio, nDreams

The required skills for Xamk Summer School of Gaming are just some basic computer software skills – you don’t need to have experience in game development. However, to make your experience more enjoyable, before starting the course, it is strongly recommended to study some modules from the Introduction to Video Game Creation course. Enrollment to the course will be possible after you have been accepted to the Summer School.

The whole programme will be in English, so a good understanding of English language is required (preferably B1 level). It´s not required to be a degree student to be able to participate to the programme. Use of own laptop is required, bring your own device to campus during the studies.

During your stay in Finland, you will not only have the opportunity to attend classes carried out by internationally known gaming professionals, but you will also have the chance to visit the world’s largest archipelago and its breathtaking coastline, experience the endless days of Finnish summer and make tons of international friends to share unforgettable memories with.

Course leader

Jan Storgårds, James Shepherd

Target group

The course is open for everyone interested in the topic!

Course aim

Xamk Summer School of Gaming will teach you the essentials of video games creation, game concept design and development in a fun and engaging cultural environment. You will learn the basics of what games are and how they are developed, as well as meet people from all over the world interested in video games creation. During the programme you will learn in practice how to develop a basic game concept from an idea to a pitch. You will also learn teamworking by developing a game concept in a team.

At the end of the study week, all teams will present their game idea with a pitch and the best idea will be rewarded with a prize

Fee info