SHE level 8 SCQF credit points 20 ECTS credit points 10 Module code M2I627241 Module Leader Alan Jack School School of Science & Engineering Subject Applied Computer Games Trimester A (September start)
Summary of content This module introduces students to theory and practice appropriate to the design of playful experiences. Students will learn about the philosophy of play and games and will study important perspectives from influential game design thinkers. The module couples a broad theoretical overview of games design with practical exercises that focus on prototyping and iterating towards specific design goals. Students will explore basic concepts of game design such as systems thinking, iterative design processes, rules, play, games, emergent complexity, player centred design, playtesting and prototyping.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward This module will provide an understanding of Play Experiences through multiple perspective from multiple researchers and authors throughout history.
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward The University 'Strategy for Learning' documentation has informed the learning and teaching strategy for this module. The module material will be introduced through lectures, while practical exercises, based on the lecture material, will be given to students for their laboratory sessions. Tutorials will be used to help explain and elaborate on both the lecture material and the laboratory exercises.
Transferrable skills arrow_forward By the end of this module students will have gained competence in the following key areas:
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 22 Tutorials 11 Practicals 22 Seminars 0 Independent Learning 127 Assessment 18 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 100 35 Practical Based Assignment
