Level design (5 cr)
Code: GD00CU14-3010
General information
Enrollment
06.04.2022 - 22.04.2022
Timing
01.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Department of Culture
Campus
Kouvola Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Game Design
Teachers
- Marko Siitonen
Teacher in charge
Marko Siitonen
Groups
-
GDKV21SPGame design, full-time studies
Objective
You know the basics of level design and theories behind level design.
You have developed your skills in providing players with a goal and enjoyable game experience.
Content
What is the purpose of level design?
What is the role of a level designer?
How has the level design evolved?
What are the differences between external and internal design goals?
What are the design elements that a level design consist of?
What is the pipeline of level design?
How to create and design levels, gameplay alteration, player direction and environmental conditions?
Opiskelumateriaali
Lectures, videos, links and tutorials on Learn.
Yksilölliset oppimisväylät
Learning route based on a working week
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Your study routine is determined by the scheduled group sessions and by the self-study assignments.
Learning route that accelerates the studies
If you have acquired prior learning in the subject (fully/partially), contact the teacher in charge prior to the course to discuss whether you have the competence required and what are the methods of demonstrating that competence.
If you are unable to attend all the classes due to other courses, you are required to complete the learning assignments independently.
Work-based learning route
You need to contact the course teacher prior the course to agree on development assignments that you will perform at your workplace. You are required to prove your learning both in theory and practice by giving a presentation at Game Design show and tell day.
TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö
RD&i cooperation will be integrated if possible.
Opiskelijan työmäärä
Students complete assignments independently. In class, students will receive feedback and deepen their expertise. The assignments are mostly based on group work
Further information
Students complete assignments independently with the help of instructions and video tutorials. In class, a student will receive feedback and deepen their expertise.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Completed assignments.
Qualifications
Required studies of Basics of game design and Basics of 3D modelling or equivalent skills.