World Design for Video Games

California Institute of the Arts, located near Valencia in Southern California, is a leading institution for creative education founded with a legacy of innovation in the arts. CalArts encourages experimental practice across disciplines including art, film, music, theater, dance, and animation, and offers a compact, studio-focused learning environment where students develop original work under the mentorship of practicing artists and industry professionals.

The institute promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on learning, supporting individual artistic development with cutting-edge studios, performance spaces, and digital labs. Small class sizes and intensive critique-based courses help students refine their voices and build professional portfolios, while visiting artists, festivals, and partnerships provide exposure to the wider creative industry. Academic advising, portfolio coaching, and career development services support transitions to festivals, galleries, studios, and commercial roles.

International students find a welcoming community and opportunities to participate in collaborative projects, residencies, and public exhibitions that elevate their practice. CalArts fosters a culture of experimentation, critical inquiry, and professional networking, making it a strong choice for creative learners who seek rigorous mentorship, cross-disciplinary exploration, and direct engagement with the contemporary arts scene in the United States.

The World Design for Video Games program is for students who want to create immersive game worlds. This non-degree program is taught in English and can be completed online in a few weeks. It helps students develop essential skills in game design.

The curriculum covers world design principles, game development, and level design. Students learn to create engaging game environments and develop problem-solving skills through hands-on projects and exercises.

Graduates can pursue careers as Game Designers, Level Designers, Game Artists, or Environment Artists. They can work in the video game industry, creating engaging game worlds for players worldwide.