Michael Schifferling - Lecturer ICT & Game Design and Technology
"With Game Design you not only choose a specialisation, but also a community."
ICT & Game Design and Technology
Explore the intersection of technology
and creativity by developing entertainment and applied games using AR, VR, and state-of-the-art platforms. Engage in multi-disciplinary teams, work for real clients, and bring your innovative game concepts to life
About the exchange programme
Games change all the time. The market for games as a form of entertainment is huge and is still growing. In addition, games are increasingly used in education, training or for product innovation: the applied games. Within ICT & Game Design and Technology you will learn how to apply your ICT knowledge to the creative development of games, working with the most up-to-date game development tools. The games that are developed are a mix of entertainment and applied games where you work for real clients. We challenge you to be inquisitive and innovative by using new technologies, such as augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR). We also challenge you to create games in new environments, such as the swimming pool or the forest.
Why this programme?
- Learn to develop both entertainment and applied games using cutting-edge technologies like AR and VR.
- Work on real-world projects in multi-disciplinary teams for actual clients, bridging theory with practical application.
- Gain experience with the latest game development tools and platforms in a creative and supportive environment.
ICT & Game Design and Technology
Admission requirements
English language proficiency
For all exchange programmes a minimum level of proficiency in the English language is required, as detailed in the table below. You must substantiate your level of English-language proficiency by submitting evidence in the form of a language test result pertaining to one of the below-mentioned courses.
* = Only if the units ‘Speaking & Writing’ and ‘Listening & Reading’ have been completed successfully.
- IELTS - 6.0 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL paper - 550 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL computer - 213 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL internet - 79/80 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEIC* - 670 minimum - only EU countries
- Cambidge ESOL - CAE-C minimum - only EU countries
- CEFR - B2 minimum - only EU countries
How to apply as an exchange student
Applications should always be submitted via the International Exchange (or Erasmus) Officer at the home university. If several versions of the programme are offered, please indicate for which version you would like to apply to (Programme I, Programme II, Programme III, etc.) This officer will send your application request (nomination) to Fontys. Once Fontys has accepted the application, your Fontys study department will send you a link to a web application called Mobility Online.
Deadline for application
Fall semester: 15 May
Spring semester: 15 November
Note: Not all exchange programmes are available every semester. To find out when this programme is offered, please check its specific details.
How will your course programme be recognised by your home university?
Fontys will provide you with a so-called ‘Transcript of Records’, which will clarify the results that you have achieved. Depending on your results, you will receive a maximum of 30 ECTS credits. ECTS credits are recognised throughout Europe. The agreement between your home university and Fontys University of Applied Sciences will usually include a condition whereby the credits that you obtain will be recognised and transferred into the records kept by your home university.
This semester programme will only be graded by either: Outstanding (O), Good (G), Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U). The transcript of records will not contain grades per course/module, but one integral grade.
Practical information
- Start moment(s)
- September, February
- Location
- Eindhoven
- ECTs
- 30
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 20 weeks
- Contact hours
- 15-20 hours per week
Fontys does not provide scholarships for its exchange students.
For more detailed information about practical matters, such as financial matters, residence permit, health insurance and accommodation, please click on the button below.
Fontys ICT offers a variety of exchange programmes. Take a look at our complete offer.