SSG 2025Xamk Summer School of Gaming 2025
| Study location | Finland, Mikkeli |
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| Type | Short duration, full-time |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | SSG 2025 |
| Application fee | €570 per programmeConvert € 550 for applicants coming from Xamk’s partner institutions. |
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| Entry qualification | The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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| Language requirements | English |
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Overview
The studies will focus on Essentials of Video Game Creation (3 ECTS) and will teach you how to create a video game by studying concept design and development. You will learn in practice how to develop a basic game concept, from an idea to a pitch. The classes will be held by gaming industry professionals:
Dr. Jan Storgards, Director, CADGI (Cambridge Academy of Digital Games and Innovation)
James Shepherd, CEO, Cypherdelic ltd, Head of Studio, nDreams
The required skills for Xamk Summer School of Gaming are just some basic computer software skills – you don’t need to have experience in game development. However, to make your experience more enjoyable, before starting the course, it is strongly recommended to study some modules from the Introduction to Video Game Creation course. Enrollment to the course will be possible after you have been accepted to the Summer School.
The whole programme will be in English, so a good understanding of English language is required (minimum B1 level). It´s not required to be a degree student to be able to participate to the programme. Use of own laptop is required, bring your own device to campus during the studies.
During your stay in Finland, you will not only have the opportunity to attend classes carried out by internationally known gaming professionals, but you will also have the chance to visit the world’s largest archipelago and its breathtaking coastline, experience the endless days of Finnish summer and make tons of international friends to share unforgettable memories with.
Xamk retains the right to make changes when necessary.
Programme structure
4.-10.8.2025
Lectures and teamwork from Monday until Thursday, Cultural experience day on Friday. Finalizing the pitches on Saturday and presenting on Sunday.
Eastern European Time
Eastern European Time