Discover Your Place in Game Development
Welcome to Module 22: Roles and Opportunities in Games Development. Whether you’re just starting out or already on your path into the industry, this course gives you a structured and realistic overview of what career options exist within game development.
You’ll earn 1 Credit by completing this course and gain a clearer understanding of where your skills and interests might lead you in one of the most dynamic industries in the world.
Included in:
IVGC+ Membership
What You'll Achieve with this Module
This module will help you identify your strengths and understand the full landscape of the game development industry. It’s not just about knowing what roles exist—it's about knowing what those roles really do and how they fit into a professional game team.
You’ll also gain perspective on emerging career paths, with a special focus on roles outside core development that are shaping the future of the industry.
By the end, you’ll have the insight needed to start mapping your own career journey.
Complete Course Overview
This is a focused and beginner-friendly module, featuring one high-quality video lecture and a 20-question quiz assignment. Here’s what you’ll explore:
Key Roles in Game Development Teams
Get a full breakdown of roles within the core disciplines:
- 🎨 Art — From concept to 3D modeling
- 🎮 Game Design — Mechanics, systems, and player experience
- ⚙️ Engineering — Building and optimizing the game itself
Each role is explained with real-world examples that show how different experts contribute to the same project in different ways.
Beyond Core Development
As the games industry expands, so do the career paths. This section introduces roles you might not have considered:
- 🧠 Narrative Designers
- 📊 User Researchers
- 🧰 Technical Artists
- 🎥 Community Managers and more
You’ll also discover how business, marketing, localization, and player experience are all connected to the game development ecosystem.
Professional Insight You Can Use
This course isn’t just theoretical. It’s designed to inform your future decisions:
- Explore a range of real career pathways
- Understand how development teams collaborate
- Learn what skills are most in-demand in each discipline
- Get tips on how to prepare for different career tracks
Example Curriculum
How You’ll Complete the Course
The IVGC Course offers the flexibility to study at your own pace, with all lessons available online via Teachable. Here’s how you’ll progress:
1. Follow the Video Lecture: Access and stream a professionally taught video lecture, with subtitles provided for an enhanced learning experience.
2. Complete the Quiz Assignment:
After watching, take a 20-question quiz to confirm your understanding.
3. Assessment and Credits:
Once you pass the quiz, you’ll earn 1 Credit and move one step closer to building your professional skillset.
Technical Requirements
To complete this course effectively, you will need:
- A stable internet connection
- A device capable of playing video (PC, Mac, tablet, etc.)
Recognized Credits and Certificate
Completing this course earns you 1 Credit. You'll be eligible to request a Certificate of Studies upon completion. These credits can be part of your degree studies or serve as valuable evidence of your skills and interest when applying to European universities.
Start Defining Your Future in Games
This course is brought to you in partnership with XAMK South-Eastern University of Applied Sciences, Cambridge Gamechanger Ltd (Cambridge Academy of Gaming and Innovation), and Cypherdelic Ltd.
Begin understanding how the games industry actually works and where you might fit in!