Bachelor of Game Development (Game Technology) with Honours

Bachelor of Game Development (Game Technology) with Honours

Design the Experiences the World Will Spend Billions of Hours In.

With the global gaming industry generating over USD 184 billion annually and projected to exceed USD 300 billion by 2030, the sector represents a major pillar of the digital economy. Malaysia plays a pivotal role in this trajectory, supported by robust government initiatives and a rapidly maturing studio ecosystem. This programme provides a comprehensive technical foundation, advancing from core programming and 3D development to sophisticated game engine architecture, AI integration, and full-scale production

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Programme Key Facts

  • Duration Icon

    3-4 Years

    Full-Time

  • Award Icon

    UNIMY

    Award

  • Intake Icon

    3 Intakes

    Feb, May & Sep

  • Assessment Icon

    Assessment

    Coursework & Examinations

  • Accreditation Icon

    Accreditation

    N/0211/6/0037 (PA15312) 10/30

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Future Careers

High-demand skills. Limitless possibilities.

  • Game Developer

  • UI/UX Designer (Games)

  • 3D Artist & Animator

  • Level Designer

  • Game Engine Architect

  • VR/AR Experience Developer

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Why This Programme Matters

  • Built for professional game studios, with practical training in game technology, development, and production.
  • Students move from gameplay and level design into AI, physics, engine architecture, and mobile game programming.
  • Southeast Asia’s gaming market is expanding rapidly, while the global gaming industry is projected to reach USD 300 billion by 2030.
  • Aligned with Malaysia’s Creative Economy Master Plan and Digital Economy Blueprint, the programme helps students graduate with a strong technical portfolio and career-ready game development skills.

This is not an arts degree with coding added on. UNIMY’s game development programme is built around game technology — the technical, creative, and production skills professional studios need. Students progress from gameplay and level design into programming, game AI, engine architecture, physics, mobile game programming, full-scale production, and a Final Year Project. With Southeast Asia among the fastest-growing gaming markets, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, and game skills transferring into defence simulation, medical training, film VFX, and spatial computing, graduates are prepared for careers in gaming and the wider digital economy.

Why This Programme Matters

You Will Learn

  • Fundamental of Programming
  • Digital Illustration
  • Contemporary Graphic Design
  • Academic Writing
  • Digital Graphic Design
  • Game Programming
  • Database
  • Fundamentals of Game Technology
  • Principles of Gameplay
  • Characters Design
  • Dynamic Web Systems Development
  • Fundamentals of Creative Professionals
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AI-Native Learning Experience

Build with AI. Render with AI. Ship with AI.

  • Game AI as a Core Module

    Game Artificial Intelligence is a core module that covers essential techniques such as pathfinding and decision-making systems for interactive game environments.

  • AI-Enhanced Creative Workflows

    Students utilise AI-assisted tools for 3D modeling, animation, level design, and concept art, standardising these workflows across all three years of the programme.

  • Professional Certification Pathways

    Enhance your degree with industry-recognised Unity Certifications. These pathways allow you to validate your technical proficiency against global industry standards, providing clear, objective evidence of your capabilities to potential employers.

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Industry Projects & Certifications

Real projects. Recognised credentials. Career advantage.

Industry Partners

Tech Talk sessions featuring Todak Studios and technology leaders across Malaysia's digital creative ecosystem — connecting students with working professionals and giving them early insight into how the industry actually operates.

Industry Partners

  • Dell Technologies
  • MIMOS
  • Cyberview
  • Censof
  • TalentCorp
  • Ministry of Human Resources
  • Forest Interactive
  • Favoriot
  • CyberSecurity Malaysia

Earn Microcredentials from the World's Best Universities & Global Tech Giants

  • Unity Certified Associate / Professional
  • Autodesk Maya / Blender Certifications
  • Epic Games Unreal Engine Credentials
Industry Projects and Certifications
Microcredentials
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Career Outcomes

Progression Pathways

Our graduates are future-ready and in demand across a fast-growing global industry.

The combination of technical programming depth, creative design skills & AI fluency makes UNIMY game development graduates highly versatile — beyond studios, into film VFX, defence simulation, spatial computing and more.

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Student Experience

  • Game Development Labs

    Game Development Labs

    Industry-grade facilities with the latest game engines, 3D tools, motion capture capabilities & simulation environments — accessible throughout the programme.

  • Game Jams

    Game Jams & Competitions

    Regular game jams, hackathons & industry competitions — building portfolios, sharpening skills & putting students in front of working professionals.

  • Esports and Game Communities

    Esports & Game Communities

    Esports, game design, AI & creative media communities connecting students with shared interests and career ambitions.

  • Global Exposure

    Global Exposure

    International competitions, student exchanges & collaborations with studios and creative technology partners worldwide.

  • Industry Mentorship

    Industry Mentorship

    Direct connections with working game developers and creative technology professionals across Malaysia's growing studio ecosystem.

  • Campus Life

    Campus Life

    Esports facilities, wellness spaces & a campus culture built around creativity, curiosity & making things that people actually want to play.

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Entry Requirements

  • STPM – Pass with at least two subjects with minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
  • A pass in A Level with at least Grade D in any 2 subjects; or
  • Foundation programme with minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
  • A related Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
  • Any equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.
  • Interview - Pass an interview online, virtual or conventional; or
  • Submission of your portfolio
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Scholarships & Financing

  • Merit-Based Scholarships
  • PTPTN & Government Loan Schemes
  • Flexible Instalment & Payment Plans
  • Need-Based Financial Aid
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