The Bachelor of Science in Game Design and Music with a concentration in Music Technology at Northeastern University is designed for aspiring creators who wish to bridge the worlds of interactive entertainment and sonic artistry. You will explore the intricate relationship between music, sound design, and game development, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how audio shapes the player experience. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about both the technical and aesthetic dimensions of game creation, preparing you to innovate within the dynamic game industry.
This full-time, on-campus program unfolds over four years, immersing you in a curriculum that blends foundational game design principles with advanced music technology. You will engage with core subjects like Foundations of Game Design, Level Design, and Rapid Idea Prototyping, alongside music theory, acoustics, and digital audio production. Through hands-on projects, including a capstone experience in both game design and music technology, you will develop a robust portfolio and graduate ready for diverse career paths in game audio, sound design, and music production.