PROGRAMME
GAME
CREATION

Gain key design and coding skills
to bring your unique game ideas to life

INFO

PROJECTS

FACTS

PERSPECTIVES

FAQ

WELCOME TO

GAME CREATION

This is the perfect course for illustrators, animators, creative coders and storytellers.

Whether you are into 2D or 3D, character design, game logic, game engines (Unreal & Unity), environment art – this Game Creation course takes you from concept to indie game studio reality. Dive into environment art, master the creative process, and launch your own ground-breaking game. Start your journey at htk and turn your gaming aspirations into a thriving reality!

GAME Art

There is no game without design: During your training, you will learn how to master your design skills in 2D and 3D.

GAME Coding

With the right coding, you can bring your game to life – Our guidance takes you step by step, elevating your coding skills to new heights.

GAME Storytelling

Why bother with fancy graphics if the idea isn't cool, right? htk academy is all about creating thrilling concepts and stories to make your gaming experience top-notch.

TOOLS & PARTNER

ITCH.IO & INSTAGRAM

Check out our ITCH.IO-page where you can see more game projects created by our fantastic htk students:

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WHY CHOOSE HTK?

Get the best of both worlds with htk academy – top-notch German excellence served up in English classes. Start your journey with us!

This course gives you the game design and coding skills required to thrive in the creative industry. Once completed, you also qualify to work in Germany, opening doors to exciting new career opportunities.

ABOUT HTK

Prestige

htk academy has become one of the leading German vocational schools, nurturing the creative minds of tomorrow since 1987.

Hamburg

Classes taught in Hamburg ensure you not only interact with classmates, but also gain insights from industry experts.

Post study

You can qualify to work in Germany with your vocational certificate or continue your studies at htk’s sister institutions and earn a Bachelor of Arts in design!

Prospects

Want to wow potential employers? You’ll work on hands-on game projects every semester that will elevate your creative portfolio.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

KEY FACTS

QUALIFICATION htk vocational certificate

MONTHLY FEES
••• € 458 (direct debit payment)
••••€ 542 (standard)

STUDY MODE Campus Hamburg

ENTRY REQUIREMENT Secondary school diploma or working experience

APPLICATION Online

If you set up a monthly direct debit, you are eligible to pay a special fee of €485. Unlike most bachelor’s degree programmes, you won’t need to pay the first year upfront. Furthermore, htk’s fees are lower than most traditional B.A. degrees.

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NEXT START DATES

01.03.25

Hamburg

01.09.25

Hamburg

01.03.26

Hamburg

WONDERING ABOUT

JOB PROSPECTS

After completing your vocational course in game creation at htk academy, you will have acquired the key skills you need to work in a variety of roles in the creative industry. Check out below:

Indipendent Game Studio
Character Designer
Environment Artist
Game Dev (Unity & Unreal)
2D/3D Artist

2D/3D Animator
Game UI/UX Designer
Game Designer
Level Designer
… and much more

DID YOU KNOW?

The gaming industry is booming! In Germany alone, there are over 900+ studios & publishers in 2023.

According to current figures, around 54% of all Germans play computer and video games at least occasionally. Considering the16 to 29 age group, the proportion of video gamers is over 85%. (Source: Statista)

INTERESTED IN

MUSIC FOR GAMING

Whether you’re into gaming or coding, the key to a perfect experience is, of course, the right music. Our Spotify playlists are curated for every occasion – be it retro gaming or the latest releases, we’ve got your soundtrack covered!