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Can you imagine creating interactive experiences that reach millions of users?
At UDIT we offer you the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments, ideal for those who want to build their career in the digital entertainment industry.
You will learn what studying videogames really involves: programming, level design, interactive storytelling, and game prototyping. All of this will be developed in a practical, technology-driven environment.
You will also master the tools used across the industry: Unity, Unreal, C++, C#, Node.js, Angular, among others. Everything you need to start developing videogames from day one.
In addition, UDIT’s Video Game Department has been redesigned so that you share the first year with the Bachelor in Art and Design of Videogames and Virtual Environments. This way, you will gain a full understanding of the process and be able to choose your own path and specialize with a double official degree in just five years.
All the essential information you need to know about this degree.
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We were the first to raise the Video Game Design and Development degree to the university level. We are a fundamental part of the video game industry, members of DEV (Spanish Video Game Development) and AEVI (Spanish Video Game Association), founding member of the Madrid Video Game Cluster and sponsors of the Spanish eSports team.
Every year we showcase the talent of our 4th year students at Match in games, the videogame fair for studios, distributors and videogame companies.
85% of our teachers are professionals who combine teaching with their careers in the video game and technology sector, which guarantees teaching that is connected to the reality of work and based on real experiences. In our classrooms you learn directly from those who are developing videogames for well-known companies and studios.
At UDIT we know that there is no single path to creating great interactive experiences. That is why we have redesigned the Videogames area so that the first year is common with the Degree in Video Game Design and Development. So you can explore and choose your path. From there, you will be able to customise your itinerary, access the option of double official degrees in 5 years and take, in parallel, our own degree in applied AI that enhances your creative-technical profile.
Excellent training backed by the achievement of the highest score in teaching quality and employability in the QS international ranking.
Learn about the subjects that will prepare you to stand out in the world of Design and Development of Video Games and Virtual Environments.
Complement your undergraduate studies with our range of specialised degrees in skills and knowledge that are in high demand in the labour market.
You will learn how to make the most of advances in artificial intelligence and apply them to your designs, creating innovative and revolutionary pieces that will captivate the world. We will provide you with the tools you need to use these technologies effectively and creatively, allowing you to explore new possibilities and push conventional boundaries.
It will give you the key business skills to manage, finance and scale your own project. It's not just about having a good idea, it's about knowing how to make it happen and defend it in the professional world. This training will give you a decisive competitive advantage. Become an entrepreneur capable of creating innovative solutions and leading projects that transform ideas into impactful businesses.
We offer you a unique learning experience designed to help you achieve your academic goals. Through a wide range of specialised courses in different languages, you will learn and strengthen your language skills, both for academic and professional purposes.
We have signed more than 2,400 active internship agreements with leading companies in the sector.
The relationship between University-Business is vital for the professional success of students, which is why professional internships are a fundamental aspect of the curricula of all our degrees. UDIT works constantly to promote partnerships with companies, developing an ecosystem of companies and institutions that collaborate in the professional development of our students.
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The perfect opportunity for you to visit our facilities and learn first-hand about UDIT's training offer.
The professional opportunities for graduates in Design and Development of Video Games and Virtual Environments are some of the following:
Students from UDIT’s Video Game Department have been recognized over 70 times for their talent, creativity, and innovation in video game development:
Our university campus has the best technological and professional equipment used in large companies. You will have 21,000 m2 spread over three buildings with state-of-the-art facilities designed for your learning and practice.
At UDIT we are constantly working to foster partnerships with the best universities and companies related to Design, Innovation and Technology. We seek to promote opportunities for our students, incorporating international and multicultural experience into your time at the university.
You will have the opportunity to participate in workshops, courses or conferences in English, and take part in international trips, workshops, experiences and programmes.
Learn first-hand what it's like to study Video Games at UDIT through their experiences.
Hector de la Peña
Alumni of the Bachelor's Degree in Videogame Design and Development
After 4 years I can say that studying at UDIT has been the best decision. The working method, the teachers, the atmosphere... Everything makes UDIT the perfect place to prepare you as a design and technology professional.
Alberto Vidiella
Student of the Bachelor's Degree in Videogame Design and Development
I always loved the visual effects industry and always had the goal of one day being able to work on the films that made me fantasize as a child, so I decided to stay there a little longer and through hard work and preparation I managed to enter the industry. It's up to us to be whatever we want to be, with a goal, time and dedication.
We have a first class teaching staff.
Professionals with years of experience both in teaching and in companies in the Design, Communication, Advertising or Technology sectors.
Dr. Luis Peña
PhD in Computer Engineering from the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos. Founder of a Technology Startup, awarded by A
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Request Information
Fill in the following form, call us on 91 555 25 28 or write to us at orientacion.universitaria@udit.es and solve all your doubts about the qualifications you are most interested in.
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Arrange a visit to our Madrid campus from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 18.00 hours, sign up for the Open Days we hold on Saturdays or the online information sessions.
Take the entrance exam
To assess your academic skills and make sure you are up to the challenge, you will take a placement test.
Formalise your enrolment
Once you have taken the test and have been informed of your admission to UDIT, you must book your enrolment to guarantee your place for the next course. Places are allocated in strict order of booking.
Because UDIT is a pioneer in university education in videogames in Spain and a recognised benchmark in the industry. Our commitment to fostering creative talent has been key in training professionals who now work in studios, agencies, and production companies both nationally and internationally.
We are active members of DEV (Spanish Video Game Association) and AEVI (Spanish Video Game Association), we have promoted the Madrid Video Game Cluster and collaborate with the Spanish National eSports Team, among other strategic projects.
This new bachelor’s degree arises from direct contact with studios: it prepares you to become a digital artist specialising in videogames, with a visual, narrative, and technical focus aligned with real production workflows. Here you are not just coming to study art. You are coming to build and become part of a global industry.
The Bachelor’s curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, including:
Fundamentals of Videogame Design: learn the basic principles of design, narrative, and playability.
Programming and Development: gain proficiency in the most widely used industry languages, such as C++ and Unity.
Graphics and Animation: advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, and animation.
Project and Production Management: develop the skills to manage teams and videogame development projects.
Innovation and Technology: explore the latest trends in virtual reality, augmented reality, and other emerging technologies.
If you want to study the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames, you can do so without the need to have taken a specific high school track, provided you meet the access requirements set out in Article 3 of Royal Decree 412/2014. You also do not need prior knowledge of game engines, graphic creation software, or programming languages. All our Bachelors start from scratch, which means there is no need to have studied a specific high school track in these areas.
All our Bachelors start from the basics, so it is not necessary to follow any specific high school pathway related to these fields.
Yes, all the Bachelors offered at UDIT are official and internationally recognised.
In the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects. For example, Jesús García, Dario Muñoz, and Alberto Liu, alumni of the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments, share their experience developing their Final Degree Project Knight Overhand.
All our Bachelors start from scratch, so there is no need to follow any specific high school track.
That said, due to the nature of our degrees, it is usually recommended to have completed a high school pathway in Arts or in Science and Technology.
The entrance test is designed to better understand the profile of each future student, in order to offer personalised guidance and, if necessary, reinforce certain prior skills such as artistic drawing.
In any case, you should not worry about your previous academic background when it comes to making the most of our degrees.
The Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames at UDIT has a duration of 4 years, divided into eight semesters. During this time, you will acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge, ensuring a comprehensive education.
If you come from the Spanish educational system, to enrol in this Bachelor at UDIT you must meet at least one of the following requirements:
Students coming from educational systems outside Spain:
This Bachelor is focused on the technical side: programming, engines, AI, networks, backend, DevOps, and XR/simulation.
By contrast, the other Bachelor is focused on the artistic and design side: digital art, visual design, UI/UX, level design, and narrative.
Both share the first year to understand the entire process. From the second year onwards, you choose your specialisation and, with academic guidance, you can follow an official double degree pathway in 5 years.
The first step is to request information. You can do so through the website, by phone at 91 555 25 28, or by email at: orientacion.universitaria@udit.es
The next step is to take the placement test, which aims to assess the student’s academic competencies and identify any reinforcement needs before the start of the course.
Once the test has been completed and admission to UDIT has been confirmed, you must complete your enrolment reservation to secure your place for the upcoming academic year. Places are allocated strictly in order of reservation.
Of course. As this is an official Bachelor, you can apply for all public scholarships available for these types of degrees. In addition, official scholarships are compatible with our own internal financial aid. If you have a strong academic record or creativity is part of your DNA, do not hesitate to apply for all of them.
UDIT does not require a minimum entry grade to access the University Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames. However, due to the specific nature of these programmes, prospective students must take UDIT’s own specific admission tests.
If you come from the Higher Vocational Training Cycle in Multiplatform Applications Development (DAM) and wish to study the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments, a total of 60 credits will be recognised.
If you come from the Higher Vocational Training Cycle in 3D Animation, Games and Interactive Environments and wish to study the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments, a total of 60 credits will be recognised.
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Number of places for the Bachelor in Design and Development of Videogames and Virtual Environments: 140
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