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Learn how to write for video games

University of British Columbia
Professional Certificate inWriting for Video Games
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What you will learn

  • The crucial differences between traditional storytelling and writing for video games.
  • How to develop characters and write scenes that serve both the narrative and the production of a game.
  • How to develop an application portfolio and excel at industry-standard writing tests.
  • The writer and narrative designer’s role in the game development process.
  • How to work with art directors, programmers and level designers to create interactive narratives.

  • Expert instruction
    6 skill-building courses
  • Self-paced
    Progress at your own speed
  • 8 months
    4 - 6 hours per week
  • Discounted price:$849.60 Original price:$944.00 USD
    For the full program experience

Courses in this program

UBCx's Writing for Video Games Professional Certificate

Meet your instructors
from University of British Columbia (UBCx)

Peter Boychuk
Peter Boychuk

Adjunct Professor

University of British Columbia

Andrew Gray
Andrew Gray

Program Coordinator

University of British Columbia

Kim Sparks
Kim Sparks

Freelance Game Writer & Educator

University of British Columbia

Experts from University of British Columbia (UBCx) committed to teaching online learning

Program endorsements

Relic Entertainment

Not only is the content well-produced, but it rings very true regarding the kind of lessons a budding narrative designer/video game writer will benefit from. An applicant who has successfully completed the edX Professional Certificate in Writing for Video Games would have a definite advantage.

Heidi Eaves, COO Relic Entertainment

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