The creation of computer games involves science, technology, and art.

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Game Design, learners will explore a variety of software technologies relevant to games including programming languages, scripting languages, networks, simulation engines, and multimedia design systems.

Students coursework will address the underlying scientific concepts from computer science and related fields: • simulation and modeling • graphics • artificial intelligence • real-time processing • game theory.

Faculty in the Computer and Information Science department will introduce students to the art and design principles required to develop usable and engaging games, including software engineering, human/computer interaction, and thematic structure. Graphic design, choreography, music/sound effects, and game aesthetics are also explored. Students will learn how to create the components that facilitate: • game detection • human-computer interaction • network framework • artificial intelligence waypoint systems.