GameDev
Do you dream of creating games? Here you’ll gain skills in game development, graphics and programming. The programme gives you university entry qualifications and hands-on experience.
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About the programme
GameDev is a national specialist programme for students who want to focus on game development. The course combines technical subjects with creative design and lets you work on real projects. You’ll train in programming, graphics, design and project management. The program is combined with core subjects – important building blocks no matter what you want to do in the future.
In your third year, you’ll start and run your own UF company (Young Enterprise) together with your classmates. You’ll get to experience what it’s like to be a real entrepreneur, and your UF company will also form the basis of your diploma project.
Quick facts
Programme type: University preparatory (specialized arts programme)
Specialisation: Game development
Work placement (APL): No, but you’ll make valuable contacts in the industry
University entry qualification: Yes
Example careers: Game designer, programmer, graphic artist, level designer
Opportunities after graduation: University or higher education in technology, game development or creative fields
Specialisation and courses
The programme is focused on game development. You’ll study courses in programming, design, graphics and game creation, alongside general subjects such as English, Swedish, Physical Education and Health, History, Mathematics, Natural Science, Religion, and Social Studies. The training gives you both technical skills and an understanding of storytelling and user experience in games.
Projects and collaboration
Instead of traditional work placements, you’ll take part in game projects that train you in both project management and teamwork. You’ll experience what it’s like to work in a team and develop a game from concept to finished product.
Opportunities after the programme
With this qualification, you can apply to universities and higher education, for example in technology, game development or design. There are also a range of higher vocational education (YH) programs you can apply for. Your experience from projects and collaborations will prepare you well for further studies and future work.
Eligibility and application
To be eligible, you need passing grades in Swedish or Swedish as a second language, English, maths and nine other subjects. As this is a national specialist programme, an entrance test will be required. You apply through the central gymnasium admissions system.
Student life and options
You’ll study in a creative environment together with other students who share your interest in games. You’ll study our main subjects, such as programming and animation, at Boden Business Park in Sävast – home to several game studios and other game development programmes.
The programme has access to modern technology and software. You can also choose extra courses to broaden your studies, such as languages or advanced maths.
Frequently asked questions
Is this just playing games all day?
No, you’ll be creating and developing them – through programming, graphics, design and project work.
Does the programme give me university entry qualifications?
Yes, it is university preparatory and provides broad access to higher education.
Do I need to be good at both programming and graphics?
No, you’ll try different roles but can specialise in the area you enjoy most. You’ll start with basic courses and gradually build up your skills along the way.
Summary
The GameDev programme lets you create real games through projects and industry collaboration, while also gaining university entry qualifications and wide future opportunities.
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Contact
Björknäsgymnasiet
E-mail: bjorknas@boden.se
Phone: +46 921 625 00