Game Design Research, 7.5 credits
(Speldesignforskning, 7,5 högskolepoäng)
| Course code | ME001A |
|---|---|
| Subject area | Media Production |
| Main field of study | Media Technology |
| Progressive specialisation | A1N (Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements) |
| Academic school | School of Natural Sciences, Technology and Environmental Studies |
| Disciplary domain |
Technology 100%
|
| Grading scale | AF |
| Education cycle | Second-cycle (Master) |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Valid from | Autumn semester 2024 |
Validation
This course syllabus was validated by the Management Board of the School of Natural Sciences, Technology and Environmental Studies at Södertörn University on 2022-02-09 according to the stipulations in the Higher Education Ordinance. This course syllabus was revised by the Management Board of the School of Natural Sciences, Technology and Environmental Studies at Södertörn University on 2023-08-30.
Entry requirements
The equivalent of English 6 and a Bachelor's degree that includes 90 credits in Media Technology or the equivalent.
Learning outcomes
On completing the course, the student can:
- analyse and compare theories in game design research
- critically discuss theoretical and methodological issues in game design research
- contextualise game design research from related theoretical perspectives
- apply theories and methods in game design research to understand games, gaming and game design practice.
Course content, modules and examinations
The course explores theories and methods in game design research. As part of the course, game design research perspectives will be studied to build in‑depth knowledge of game design research into player artefacts, players, gaming and game design practice.
1001,
Game design research,
7.5 credits
(Speldesignforskning,
7,5 högskolepoäng)
Grades permitted:
AF
Course design
Teaching takes the form of lectures and seminars. Theoretical and practical elements are integrated into teaching.
Examination format
Written individual hand‑in assignments and individual oral presentations.
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
If a student has a certificate from Södertörn University for compensatory support, the examiner has the right to decide on an adapted examination or alternative form of examination in accordance with Södertörn University's regulations.
Restrictions on accreditation
The course may not be accredited as part of a degree if the contents are partly or wholly the same as a course previously taken in Sweden or elsewhere.
Other stipulations
Syllabus revised on 30 August 2023 to correct the title of a required upper-secondary school course, from English B to English 6, in the entry requirements. Revision was conducted by university administration under the decision on the correction of entry requirements regarding language skills acquired in upper-secondary school (reg. no. 2906-2.1.1-2023).