New York City,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Game Design in Burbank United States | New York Film Academy
New York Film Academy
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Burbank United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
37,226
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
NYFA's Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Game Design program equips students with the skills, principles, and techniques of interactive visual storytelling while strengthening their programming and design abilities. Through immersive, project-driven coursework, MFA candidates explore subjects spanning from classic digital games to cutting-edge 3D graphics. Each semester, participants develop a polished, portfolio-ready game in our Game Studio classes. The program also covers gaming history, business strategies, and ethical considerations.
Graduates of the MFA in Game Design emerge with specialized design knowledge and a curated collection of their strongest game projects for professional portfolios. This intensive program is designed for driven individuals pursuing impactful careers in interactive entertainment.
NYFA Los Angeles offers this MFA program, where students engage with advanced classes and workshops covering game design theory and interactive narrative techniques. Participants gain proficiency in producing 3D game assets and understanding agile development methodologies. Key program features include:
A structured approach to developing compelling games each term
Guidance from our faculty of working Game Design professionals
Use of professional-grade tools and technology
Opportunities to learn from guest speakers including Game Designers, Filmmakers, 3D Animators, and other industry leaders
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be admitted into the Master of Fine Arts program at NYFA, students must possess a Bachelor's degree from a post-secondary institution recognized by the United States Department of Education or a college or university outside of the U.S. that is recognized as a degree-granting institution by their respective governments. The ideal applicant must demonstrate a sincere passion and aptitude for visual storytelling and the ability and desire to pursue graduate-level work and scholarly research in his/her chosen discipline.
No particular major or minor is required as a prerequisite for admission, but applicants with a strong background in the visual arts are preferred. While an applicant's GPA will be taken into consideration and is an important component of the admissions process, the strength of the candidate's Narrative Statement and Creative Portfolio is a significant determining factor for admission.
All students pursuing a graduate degree from the New York Film Academy must submit an official, final undergraduate transcript in order to complete their application. MFA applicants must submit a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation verifying the applicant's ability to successfully take on graduate study in the relevant field. MFA applicants must submit a portfolio
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 or higher (213 for computer-based test or 79 for internet-based test), IELTS 6.5 or the equivalent.
A report from a valid English Language School verifying completion of course level equivalent to a 550 Paper-based TOEFL Score.
No particular major or minor is required as a prerequisite for admission, but applicants with a strong background in the visual arts are preferred. While an applicant's GPA will be taken into consideration and is an important component of the admissions process, the strength of the candidate's Narrative Statement and Creative Portfolio is a significant determining factor for admission.
All students pursuing a graduate degree from the New York Film Academy must submit an official, final undergraduate transcript in order to complete their application. MFA applicants must submit a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation verifying the applicant's ability to successfully take on graduate study in the relevant field. MFA applicants must submit a portfolio
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 or higher (213 for computer-based test or 79 for internet-based test), IELTS 6.5 or the equivalent.
A report from a valid English Language School verifying completion of course level equivalent to a 550 Paper-based TOEFL Score.
Tuition
USD
37,226